Art Therapy
What is Art Therapy
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art as a means of communication. An alternative to verbal communication, art therapy encourages children (as well as adults) to express themselves and their emotions through varied types of art activities and techniques (e.g., clay, paint, crayon). This is in contrast to talk therapy, which can be less hands-on.
WHY ART THERAPY?
A SELF-CONFIDENCE BOOST
Art therapy provides an outlet for the child to showcase their individuality which, in turn, fosters their self-confidence.
IMPROVES SOCIAL SKILLS
As a child opens up to an art therapist, they will feel more at ease at maintaining appropriate eye contact, articulating their thoughts, and staying focused on the task
CALMS THE BODY AND MIND
The exploration of different art mediums during therapy promotes kinesthetic and visual learning.
The creation of art also helps to develop a child’s sensorimotor skills and stimulates their senses.
Art therapy can benefit children and adolescents with diverse needs and concerns. These include, but are not limited to:
Ψ Anger management
Ψ Anxiety / Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Ψ Attachment issues
Ψ Behavioral issues
Ψ Bullying
Ψ Childhood depression
Ψ Chronic illness / Palliative care
Ψ Eating disorders
Ψ Gender identity
Ψ Grief and loss
Ψ Low self-esteem
Ψ Physical challenges (such as a loss of mobility, paralysis, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida)
Ψ School Stress
Ψ Selective mutism
Ψ Trauma
EARLY INTERVENTION
Early Intervention is a specialized service provided by Incredible. Early Intervention is a crucial service that provides young children with the support they need to reach their full potential.
At Incredible, we recognize the importance of identifying and addressing developmental delays or disabilities early on. Early Intervention is designed for children from 18 months to age six years and focuses on providing support for children who may be at risk for developmental delays or disabilities.
Our Early Intervention program is based on a family-centered approach, which means that we work closely with parents and caregivers to develop individualized care plans that meet each child’s unique needs. Our therapists use evidence-based practices to help children develop essential skills, such as communication, motor skills, sensory processing, and social interaction.