by Art therapy creates a place for creative growth, for freedom to express, be messy, experiment, make choices. A safe place to take risks, express their inner self. A welcoming retreat, where they are given time, respect, attention, and support.
In our sessions, I explore different ways to understand and relate to the child. Apart from a few physical milestones, children develop at different rates. It’s a constant shift/back-and-forth of pushing boundaries and retreating, trying to find balance. Rather than converging on a medical diagnosis, I explore through art assignments behavioural issues such as:
Memory, attention and focus problems
Behavioural issues and bullying
Addiction to screens and video games
Body awareness and image
Self-confidence issues and hypersensitivity
Art therapy is particularly suitable as a therapeutic intervention for children (and adults) with developmental disabilities and impairments, such as:
- visual or hearing impairments
- physical disability
- autism
- Down syndrome
In the event your child is diagnosed with – or you have a reason to suspect that your child is experiencing any of these conditions – it may be worthwhile to contemplate incorporating art therapy as part of their therapeutic regimen.
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