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Art therapy for social justice with street graffiti spray-painted on a wall

Social Justice Through Art Therapy

Introduction: Personal Activism Through Art Art therapy holds a unique power to foster individual and collective healing, particularly when aligned with social justice principles. By addressing systemic oppression, amplifying marginalised voices, and cultivating resilience, art therapy becomes a vehicle for profound change. At Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy, we are committed to...
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Person drawing as they explore gender identity using art therapy

The Art of Gender Exploration for Adults and Older Teens: Self-Discovery Through Art Therapy

Introduction: Discovering Self Through Art Therapy Imagine sitting down to a blank page, paintbrush in hand, feeling a gentle nudge to close your eyes, take a breath, and let colours come to mind—hues that seem to hold pieces of your inner truth, waiting to emerge. As the first strokes take...
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Autism and Gender Exploration in Therapy: Supporting Autistic Adults with Gender-affirming Care

The Intersection of Autism and Gender in Therapy: A Nuanced Exploration Navigating therapy as an autistic adult is a profoundly personal and often complex experience. For those who are also exploring their gender identity, the journey can be even more nuanced, with additional layers of challenges and triumphs to navigate....
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Understanding Psychosis and the Role of Art Therapy in Treatment

Introduction Psychosis is a mental health condition characterized by a disconnection from reality, often manifesting through hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. These symptoms can cause significant disruption to an individual’s ability to function in everyday life, affecting their relationships, sense of self, and overall well-being. For many, the experience of...
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Celebrating My New Board Certified Art Therapy Credential: Expanding Art- and Body-based Therapeutic Approaches

Introduction: Celebrating the Achievement of My ATR-BC Credential After 100 hours of supervised post-graduate work, 1,000 clinical hours dedicated to art therapy, and the successful completion of a rigorous written examination, I’m thrilled to share that I have now earned the Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) credential. Awarded by the...
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