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Art Therapy <\/strong>outcome research with diverse populations continues to be published in different academic journals in art therapy, psychology, psychotherapy, counseling, special populations, art education, etc.<\/p>\n Neurodivergent and Autistic individuals can find a space to explore, play and be in tune with their authentic selves without the need to fit in or mask. Creatives can engage in an exploration of mediums and art modalities in a safe and supportive space, free of judgment or evaluation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|0px|6px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sigmund-TJxotQTUr8o-unsplash-scaled.jpg” alt=”Play Therapy in Person & art therapy in Langley” title_text=”Play Therapy in Person & art therapy in Langley” _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art Therapy<\/em>\u00a0is a mental health profession that combines traditional counselling theory with the visual art process and exploration to improve emotional, mental, and physical health. Art Therapy focuses on the client\u2019s ability to use simple art materials to express and resolve trauma and inner conflict and to practice emotional regulation and rediscover joy.<\/p>\n Art Therapists are trained professionals with expertise in counseling psychology and fine arts and hold a Master\u2019s Degree or Master\u2019 level Diploma at minimum in addition to supervised Practicum Placements. They abide by an art therapy specific Code of Ethics and must maintain good standing with an internationally recognized association such as the Canadian Art Therapy Association or BC Art Therapy Association.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.18.1″ custom_padding=”18px|0px|13px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_padding=”1px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art therap<\/span> is offered in settings such as schools, counselling agencies, treatment centers, hospitals, correctional facilities and elder care services. At Crossroads Collective in Langley, we offer Art Therapy at our Downtown Langley location.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art Therapists work with diverse clients and adjust accordingly to the individual\u2019s ability to understand and integrate the concepts brought forward during an art therapy session.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Children will find the therapy<\/a> studio as a safe space where they can choose which materials to use and engage with difficult topics in their own way. Meaning-making, metaphor, and storytelling are quite natural to children and so they usually need little prompting to engage in art and play. Our Langley Art Therapy sessions assists children in the following ways:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Psychosocial support<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Assists in coping with physical health conditions such as cancer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Decreases loneliness and social isolation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Increases relaxation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Reduces anxiety and agitation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Builds interpersonal skills, and increases meaningful and positive interaction with family and friends<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Increases self awareness and supports identity formation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Builds positive coping skills<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Promotes freedom of choice, sense of achievement, and sense of mastery, thus increasing self-esteem<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Langley teens and adults can benefit from Art Therapy by finding a new way to externalize thoughts and feelings that had long been stuck or buried, reconnect with inner strengths, and develop alternate responses to old stressors and problems.<\/p>\n Sometimes, adult clients need to unlearn certain expectations of what art making looks like, and often they need help overcoming years of conditioning and value judgments about their artistic \u2018skill\u2019 or \u2018talent\u2019. The art therapist has the honour and responsibility to guide their client and offer reassurance and validation in this rediscovery of their creative spirit and ability to engage this healing and regenerative part of themselves.<\/p>\n The following are reasons why adults and teens seek the services of an Art Therapist:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”13px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art Therapy for Trauma<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Often times talking about traumatic events can be triggering and harmful for clients. Trauma work is particularly sensitive and requires careful pacing so that the benefits outweigh the emotional toll of revisiting the hurt. Art therapy offers a way of accessing the sensory memories through manipulation of art materials and allows the client to externalize the experience. The resulting artwork can serve as a symbolic representation and container of the effects of trauma, thus aiding the person in integrating the experience and feelings into one\u2019s life narrative. This can lead to posttraumatic growth and a re-authoring of an individual\u2019s dominant story into one of resilience.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Picture1.png” title_text=”Picture1″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art Therapy for Grief<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Integrating narrative therapy and meaning making approaches with CBT for complicated grief. The goal is to use art therapy to help the client integrate their loved ones death in their life story. This can be done by helping the client create a story board of their life including the loss and other important events and thus encouraging the client to visualize the continuity of their life after the loss. Another approach would be to help the client process their somatic responses to the loss through body tracings. Giving shape and colour to the sensations that accompany the grief allows the client to develop language around change and progress. Through various art techniques clients can also create a memorial piece using photos or items of significance and process the thoughts and feelings that emerge in a very intentional way.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Picture2.png” title_text=”Picture2″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Art Therapy for <\/b>practicing<\/b><\/span> self-<\/b>compassion<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Self compassion has been shown to be a protective factor for mental health. ONEBird is a model which combines the practice of Mindfulness, Self-Compassion and Art Therapy as a way to reduce suffering.<\/p>\n \u2018For example, after a brief check-in, a typical session opens with discussion regarding a mindful or self-compassionate concept, and is followed by a direct experience of a related practice. Then a creative activity based on the experiential component is completed. Finally, if appropriate, verbal processing of the image and entire experience is conducted. The approach is similar within both individual and group work.\u2019<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Picture3.png” title_text=”Picture3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ border_color_left=”#ffffff” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” disabled_on=”on|on|on” module_id=”read-me-accordion” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-30px|||-8px|false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_css_open_toggle=”background: white” custom_css_toggle_title=”padding:10px 15px;||\tborder-radius:0 10px 0 10px;||\tbackground: #A0D187;||\tcolor: white;||\tfont-weight:700;” border_width_all=”0px” disabled=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Your Title Goes Here” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”left” custom_padding=”||||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: none” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_align=”left” toggle_letter_spacing=”0px” toggle_line_height=”2.8em” closed_toggle_line_height=”3em”]<\/p>\n When you enter our clinic at Crossroad Collective, you and your family are our priority and our team works with you as though you are an extension of our family. Give us a call to learn more about:<\/p>\n Counselling<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022<\/span>\u00a0 Child\/Youth & Play Therapy<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022 Life Coaching<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Behavioural Consulting & Parenting Strategies<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Sleep Consulting<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Couples Counselling<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Family Therapy<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 High Conflict & Mediation<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Speech Therapy<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Group Workshops<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Music Centre<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Nutritional Therapy<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Fitness Coaching<\/a>\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 Massage Therapy<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Read More” open_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”left” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_level=”h4″ toggle_text_align=”left” toggle_letter_spacing=”0px” toggle_line_height=”2.8em” closed_toggle_line_height=”3em” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Play Therapy is a revolutionary type of therapy or counselling that is mainly used with children. The reason why it is so popular is because most kids are not capable of processing their feelings or explaining their problems as well as an adult. From the outside, it might look like our therapist is only playing but there is a lot more to it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Our team of therapists will use the playtime to understand and observe your child’s behavior and problems. If a child needs help with exploring their emotions or if they have unresolved trauma, we can help with their journey. If your child needs to redirect some inappropriate behaviors or if they simply need to learn some new coping mechanisms, give Crossroad Collective a call today to learn more about play therapy.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n There is a wide variety of mental health professionals that practice play therapy in Canada. This includes psychiatrists and psychologists that specialize with children’s therapy. Play Therapy can also be practiced by social workers, physical therapists as well as behavioral therapists. There is also a lot to learn for parents who wish to learn more about this kind of therapy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The first step to play therapy is to gain the trust of your child via diverse games based on your child’s interests. Once trust has been gained, your child will become more comfortable with the therapist which will bring them to become more vocal and more creative. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Here are some of the pros of our play therapy services:<\/span><\/p>\n Keep in mind that play therapy is not a replacement for medication or other necessary treatments for your kid. If your children are diagnosed with physical or mental illness, contact us to ask if this is the right service for them. It can also be combined with other forms of therapy in most cases.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Play Therapy is mostly used with children from 3 to 12 years old but it can really be beneficial for people of any age groups. Here are some of the most common situations where this kind of therapy is recommended:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span> We are now accepting both virtual appointments as well as in-person appointments. 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I support children and youth with various challenges stemming from parental separation, anxiety disorders, grief and loss and especially difficulties with social inclusion and feeling outcasted. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”READ MORE” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_color=”#ffffff” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u00a0I am a counsellor with over seven years of experience providing trauma informed mental health support to children, youth and adults. My treatment approach combines the creative process and psychotherapy, facilitating self-exploration and understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n I have a Masters Level Diploma in Art Therapy from Vancouver Art Therapy Institute which followed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of British Columbia. I am a lifelong student and continue to add to my knowledge base in counselling by attending workshops and courses. My training background and experience includes community outreach, addictions and trauma work and family counselling. I have extensive experience working with children, teens and families and have a personal interest in connecting with families who are newly arrived in Canada as I immigrated here as a teenager from Easter Europe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Art and Play Therapy is widely used as an auxiliary treatment for depression, illness and chronic pain and trauma. Children and Youth particularly respond well to Art Therapy as it offers a less confrontational approach to counselling. It promotes wellness by engaging your creativity, playfulness and problem solving skills.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n I cater my methods to my client\u2019s needs and therapeutic goals. Often, I will introduce a client to a theme that touches on their reason for coming to counselling and I will suggest a directive or a project\/activity. My clients use music, writing, play and visual arts to explore their thoughts and feelings. I enjoy teaching my clients new skills but I focus my intention on their enjoyment and growth. Some clients prefer to talk about their process while they are creating, while others prefer to discuss their results upon completion.<\/span><\/p>\n The resulting artistic product is the property of the client and retains the same confidentiality protection as the context discussed in a session. It is up to the client how the art is handled, stored or disposed of. 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Art Therapy outcome research with diverse populations continues to be published in different academic journals in art therapy, psychology, psychotherapy, counseling, special populations, art education, etc. Neurodivergent and Autistic individuals can find a space to explore, play and be […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7659,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is Art Therapy?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Who can practice Art Therapy?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Where is Art Therapy offered?<\/span><\/h3>\n
Art Therapy can help at any age<\/span><\/h3>\n
Benefits of Art Therapy for children?<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Art Therapy for Adults and Teenagers<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Published Research and Examples of Art Therapy<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Services We Offer<\/h3>\n
Play Therapy, What is it?<\/span><\/h3>\n
Play Therapy To Understand<\/span><\/h3>\n
Who Practices Play Therapy in Canada?<\/span><\/h3>\n
What Are The Pros Of Play Therapy With Crossroad Counselling?<\/span><\/h3>\n
10 Benefits Of Play Therapy
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When Do We Use This Kind Of Therapy?
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\nWhat Should You Keep In Mind?<\/span><\/strong>
\nYou should keep in mind that play therapy is a therapy method that can be combined to other methods or be used on it\u2019s own. It is used to uncover psychological issues and to deal with them. This kind of child\u2019s therapy should only be practiced by certified professionals. If you need more information about play therapy, you should reach out to our team or book an appointment directly on our website. <\/span><\/p>\n
\nContact Us<\/span><\/strong>
\nIf you have any questions or if you are interested in booking an appointment, contact our team of experts. They will take the time to understand your situation and needs. At Crossroad Collective, we are a team of professionals that are here to help you. Do not wait any longer and contact us today!<\/span>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” background_image=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Crossroad-Collective-back.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px||10px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_cta title=”We are here to support you along your journey.” button_url=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.janeapp.com” button_text=”BOOK APPOINTMENT TODAY” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ header_font_size=”26px” body_font_size=”19px” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” custom_button=”on” button_bg_color=”rgba(10,10,10,0.11)” button_border_width=”2px” button_border_radius=”0px” button_icon=”||divi||400″ button_on_hover=”off” link_option_url=”https:\/\/crossroadscollective.janeapp.com” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nMeet the Team<\/span><\/h3>\n
Ana-Maria Comia, DVATI, RTC<\/span>
Art Therapist & Play Therapist<\/span><\/h4>\n
Art Therapy as well as the other expressive therapies are unique in that they bridge cultural and language divides. I am passionate about helping my clients find their voice through artistic expression and transforming their pain and trauma into something capable of supporting growth and a meaningful future.
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Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n