2017-07-05 03:47
NarrativeYou dared to dream, and have created a vision. You feel that you are all pumped up and ready to go. You look on toward your goals and dreams, and promised yourself that y… Read More
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A blog that shares my professional life and journey as an art therapist and psychotherapist, along with personal growth ideas, inspirations, and other related topics and information.
2017-06-05 02:53
Motivation is having the desire to take action in moving toward our goals, whether they are big or small, and short-term or long-term. Our sense of desire and drive to take action is a resul… Read More
2017-05-28 23:19
The following image was used in my previous post, as an example to demonstrate how symbols are used in my art journals. A year ago, I left my full-time job to work as an independent art… Read More
2017-05-20 00:42
Today's post is the continuation of my Art Journaling Series (part 1, part 2), where I will be sharing some simple ideas and suggestions to help you get started with your own… Read More
2017-05-14 16:42
Some people are more comfortable with using words to express themselves. Words are the most direct way of communication; with the right choice of words, you can accurately convey your m… Read More
2017-05-07 19:00
Today's post is the continuation of my Art Journaling Series (part 1), where I will be sharing some simple ideas and suggestions to help you get started with your own art journal… Read More
2017-04-29 20:43
In my previous post, I discussed the different types of art journals, and more specifically, the benefits of therapeutic art journals. As mentioned in that post, there is no correct or incor… Read More
2017-04-23 18:51
Whether you are experienced with art, or unfamiliar with the creative process (ex. if you haven't done any art since grade school), starting an art journal is a great way to help you un… Read More
2017-04-16 23:22
Spring weather has finally arrived in Toronto! I can finally store away my winter boots and jackets, and start outdoor boxing with my husband (a new workout routine we're starting this sprin… Read More
2017-04-10 02:20
NarrativeYou dreamed about him last night. You cried and screamed, and begged for him to stay. You still remembered the dream so vividly when you woke up, and the sadness fel… Read More
2017-04-03 14:39
Through years of experience working as an art therapist, I've had several clients who'd often appear hesitant during their initial contact with art. They'd often say to me: "I've never… Read More
2017-03-28 17:01
Here's one of the questions I get asked most often recently by my clients:"What do you think of adult coloring books? Do they work?""Which one do you recommend?"First, we have to understand… Read More
2017-03-27 16:50
In my previous post "Adult Coloring Books- Do They Work?", I've mentioned the different types of coloring books, their purposes, and how their therapeutic benefits may vary amongst individua… Read More
2017-03-27 16:41
Narrative You finally found an entrance, hidden somewhere within the field of your neatly mowed grass. No matter how many times you've been through this process, the entrance changes every t… Read More
2017-03-27 16:40
NarrativeYou missed the warning sign, and fell right into this hole. A mix of feelings and thoughts are going through your head right now: You feel hurt, regretful, sad, angry, and hel… Read More
2017-03-07 20:20
Welcome to the first entry of my blog! First thing's first- in compliance with the code of ethics and standards of practice from my regulatory college, there are a few things I need to let y… Read More
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