Healing through art

What does "Healing Through Art" truly mean and how did I get into providing these?

I was originally planning to go to grad school and obtain my PhD in Psychology, but academia just wasn’t meant for me. I still wanted to use my psychology background to help people, but wasn’t sure how I could do so without a graduate degree or license. I soon remembered a lesser known form of therapy (art therapy) from my classes and did more research on what it was and how it was provided. So what exactly is art therapy?

Art therapy incorporates creative methods of expression through visual art media through painting, drawing, sculpting, photography, and digital art. Its essential purpose is to heal and cope with symptoms to reduce the suffering of a person. Art therapy helps with trauma, as well as physical, mental, and emotional disorders.

While I'm not a licensed therapist to offer "therapy" per-say , I do have a strong background in psychology (both in and out of the classroom), an empathetic ear, and a shoulder to cry on. I offer a safe space to explore your feelings and confront them head on so we can create something beautiful, empowering, and a reminder of just how resilient you are.