tices—is one of therapeutic medicine’s fastest growing fields. “Art therapy enables clients to express themselves non-
verbally, allowing for subconscious wounds to be expressed via drawing, painting, making masks, creative writing and meditation,” observes Candice Christiansen, a licensed pro- fessional counselor and clinical director at Journey Healing Centers addiction treatment facilities in Arizona and Utah. “Art therapy gives clients a way to explore their painful histories in a safe, more comfortable forum.” Rachel Brandoff, a licensed art therapist and co-founder
of the Creative Arts Therapies Center in New York City remarks, “I’ve seen families be drawn together through their own creativity and develop abilities to overcome difficult and often dividing circumstances. Creativity can foster new ways of thinking that allow individuals to find resourceful new ways of being in their world.”
Plus, it’s Fun While any facet of creativity enhances daily experience, focused creative endeavor soothes our bodies, nurtures a rich sense of personal identity and advances the success of our children. When we commit to pursuing a form of art, attend community arts events, vote yes on public referendums for arts funding and support the arts with our time and donations, we keep creativity alive and kicking, making its wonderful works and wider benefits available to all.
Happy creating!
Mary Beth Maziarz is an author and professional song- writer whose songs have appeared in 50 films and televi- sion shows. Her most recent book
is, Kick-Ass Creativity – An Energy Makeover for Artists, Ex- plorers, and Creative Professionals. Connect at mb@KickAss
Creativity.com.
A SAMPLING OF ARTS COMMUNITIES Alliance of Artists Communities
Advocates for support of artists’ communities.
ArtistCommunities.org
Creativity Portal
Creativity coaches, artists, writers and business professionals share their knowledge and expertise.
Creativity-Portal.com
Little Kids Rock
Brings free musical instruments and instruction to public school children across the country.
LittleKidsRock.com
The Sellecca-Tesh Foundation
Provides board-certified art therapists, live music and movement classes for seniors as a way to bring them joy, promote successful aging and improve their quality of life.
SelleccaTeshFoundation.com
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Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 908-204-9919
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