WHAT IS ART THERAPY?
Creating art is often a nonverbal process that expands the way in which a person can convey ideas and emotions. Many people discover they can communicate in a way that doesn’t depend on words alone. Art therapy provides an opportunity to explore, understand, and resolve issues in a person’s life that he or she may not feel comfortable talking about or that they may not be able to verbally communicate. This can be particularly helpful to those processing current health issues or end of life concerns. Art Therapy is an evidence-based practice within specialist palliative care and your Art Therapists are trained to Masters level. As part of a holistic care service, it has proven to be particularly helpful to address the total pain needs of patients, including the psychological, social, physical and spiritual aspects of a patients journey.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
An introductory session to see if this is a service you would like to engage with.
Guidance and support using creative media Eg: clay, paint, collage, textiles, Virtual Reality Head Sets
We will provide a safe, confidential and trusting environment.
Your Art Therapist will use art material’s and creative interventions as part of a therapeutic journey and will guide you through this process.
No Art Experience is necessary and times vary depending on patients needs.
WHERE?
We can assist you to visit the Art Therapy Studios or you can choose to have sessions in your room/ by your bedside.
WHO?
Individual and Group sessions are available through both inpatient and specialist Palliative Day Services.
We also recognise the role of family in patient care. There is an opportunity to engage in family Legacy work, address complex family dynamics and have an opportunity to work creatively together or communicate in a new way. Patients and their families including Adolescents and Children are all welcome in our inpatient service.
HOW CAN I TAKE PART?
Please ask any member of staff during your initial assessment or at any stage during your care if you would like to take part in Individual, Group or Family Art Therapy.
WHAT CAN IT HELP?
- Anxiety/ Stress/ Relaxation
- Improve coping skills/ Resilience
- Self Reflection/ Awareness
- Negative thoughts
- Resolve inner conflicts
- Emotional regulation
- Self-esteem
- Creative expression
- Loss/bereavement
- Family dynamics
- Body Image
- End of life issues/ Anticipatory Loss