Immersive, creative, and expressive arts are powerful tools for transforming trauma. Toxic Shame is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Scientists have been researching the use of expressive arts for many decades and have determined that EXA, expressive arts therapy (music, dramatic arts, creative writing, dance and movement, film, and visual arts), is […]
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Meet Jean Voice Dart, MS, CAPT, Expressive Arts Specialist. In the soon-available book, The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care: 25 Tools for Life, Jean shares her transformative tool, “Immersive Creative Arts: a Three Minute Trauma Transformation,” which helped her turn personal trauma into a lifelong passion for healing. Dive into her inspiring journey, discover
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Artistic expression is not limited to professional artists or those with exceptional talent. Art therapy, a specialized form of therapy, utilizes artistic techniques to help individuals explore their emotions, improve self-esteem, and promote overall well-being. Here are some ways in which art therapy can contribute to mental health. Non-Verbal Communication For individuals who struggle to
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