Art therapy is a therapeutic modality rooted in the belief that creative expression paired with psychological theory can enhance mental health and foster healing. Talk therapy can be a helpful way to verbally process our experiences, however, sometimes it can be difficult to share our stories using words. Art-making can help clients process their experiences visually and metaphorically, which can take pressure off of finding the "right words".
Did you know that West Grove Clinic has 2 art therapists on staff?
Our art therapists are master-level clinicians work with clients that are seeking treatment for a broad range of mental health concerns, including substance use. Art therapy is integrated into the IOP groups that our art therapists lead. Group art therapy can enhance group cohesiveness and comfortability, build teamwork skills, and provide unique moments in which clients can support each other creatively.
Currently, our art therapists use materials such as collage, graphite pencil, color pencil, oil pastels, chalk pastels, watercolors, acrylic paint, and other 3-dimensional materials.
Want more information about Art Therapy? Check out the American Art Therapy Association's website: https://arttherapy.org/
Sarah Daentl, Intern