Children and adolescents may not always have the words or vocabulary to describe how they feel. They may also have difficulty identifying their emotions and managing them, but you as a parent may have noticed some changes in your child. If you’re worried or feeling overwhelmed, art therapy may be a good alternative.
Creative expression through art offers a natural, playful and safe environment for children of all ages to explore, communicate and process experiences, challenges and needs and learn new ways to cope with their present challenges.
Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy (talk therapy) with the added benefit of the non-verbal language.
Children and adolescents could benefits from therapy when dealing with one or more of the following:
Irritability or mood swings
Shyness or being withdrawn
Anxiety about going to school or socializing with peers
Trouble sleeping or nightmares
Changes in appetite or sleeping habits
Behavioral challenges
Grief and loss
Difficulty managing emotions
Learning disabilities
Some possible benefits of using art in child therapy:
Improvement in relationships with parents and peers
Improvement of academic performance
Increase in self-esteem and socialization
Enhanced problem-solving and creativity
Ability to cope with feelings and emotions in a constructive manner
Contact us for more information about child/ adolescent therapy, to schedule a free 30-minute phone consultation or to book your child’s first art therapy session.