Art Therapy: a creative solution for psychological distress
Art therapy is a method of expression that makes use of various artistic fields for emotional and psychological healing. Art therapy can be used as a therapeutic tool in two different manners, either by focusing on the art-making process as a therapeutic act or by focusing on an analysis of the patient’s work of art to reveal hidden aspects of their psyche.
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Exploring Psychoanalysis
Through the therapeutic process of exploration, reflection, and interpretation, patients are empowered to overcome obstacles, embrace their true selves, and realize their full potential for health and wellness.
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Navigating Healing Trauma with Somatic Experiencing Therapy
Moreover, Somatic Experiencing Therapy equips individuals with invaluable tools for navigating future challenges
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Animal therapy: how animals can help you heal
For many people the world over, animals are a source of immense comfort and peace. It’s no surprise that furry friends, and sometimes those with feathers and scales, have become a permanent feature in the world of psychology and therapy. Therapy animals could be the alternative approach to mental, emotional and even physical healing that you need, so read on to find out more about therapy animals and how they can impact your life for the better.
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Embracing the Power of Music Therapy for Wellness
Music therapy offers a holistic and accessible pathway to healing, growth, and well-being for individuals of all ages and backgrounds
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Art Therapy
A lot of people do not know what Art Therapy is, in short, it is a type of expressive therapy that uses people's creative processes of making art to improve their mental and emotional well-being.
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What Does a Holistic Psychologist Do? Exploring Their Unique Approach to Mental Health
Holistic psychologists address mental health from a mind-body-spirit perspective, offering personalised care that includes mindfulness, somatic therapy, and more. Learn how their unique approach leads to lasting change and overall well-being.
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Life Coaches: How can they help you self-actualise?
In life coaching, the relationship between the coach and the client is designed to help the client tap into their full potential, whatever that may be. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal relationships, parenting skills, career management, financial planning or just trying to achieve a greater sense of purpose, life coaches are there to help you on your journey to self-actualisation.
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Biofeedback Therapy
Biofeedback Therapy Think about the movements you can control – you control if you want to move your arm or if you want to walk. Just as we can control a variety of movements, there are functions in our body that are involuntary and are often not though about. These functions include heart rate, blood pressure and muscle tension. Biofeedback Therapy is a form of therapy that teaches patients to have control over these involuntary movements. How Does it Work? Biofeedback Therapy is a drug free practice that focuses on bring awareness to the
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Animal Therapy
When many of us think of having animals in our homes and for companionship, it is likely that we haven’t thought of them being used as a form of therapy to those suffering from depressio
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Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy For those who are more accustomed to traditional forms of treatment when it comes to health and wellness, hypnotherapy may seem like a foreign and slightly strange practice. However, if you have found that western behavior therapy has been unsuccessful for you, it may be time to explore other options such as Hypnotherapy! At Health4You, you will be able to find professional Hypnotherapists in your area. What is Hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is an alternative form of behavioral treatment. Hypnotherapy is used to change the cognitiv
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TRANSACTIVE KINETICS
It's our belief, that the holding phase or interim (interactive or transactive phase) facilitates the catharsis in terms of transference. It can be quite fun, as you can also be very creative in the transactive phase... ie quirky, different movements, or even primal movement, whichever feels right. Let me know how it goes... it should be a good way to reawaken rekindle some of the dormant senses of the body, helps with self-determination, self-efficacy and autonomy..
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An introduction to core energetics
Core energetics was developed by John Pierrakos in the early 1970s and is a practice that combines spiritual development with body psychology. Core energetics focuses on how, as adults, we are prone to reinstating childhood defence mechanisms and negative habits that block positive energy channels throughout the body, which causes a disempowered approach to life.
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Could you benefit from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a popular psychological tool used by mental health practitioners, and if often described as being similar to cognitive-behaviour therapy. ACT is categorised as a psychological intervention tool that uses the concept of ‘acceptance’, mindfulness skills, and commitment strategies to improve the way a person thinks and to make their mental state healthier.
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Unveiling the Role of Psychodynamic Psychotherapists
Ultimately, the goal of psychodynamic psychotherapy is not just symptom relief but holistic personal growth and fulfillment.
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Art Therapy
Art Therapy Improving your well-being and over all mental, physical and emotional health through the creative process is exactly what Art Therapy is. Art Therapists are trained to guide individuals through a variety of different issues – whether it be rehabilitation, counseling, psychotherapy and healing. Art Therapists Art Therapists are definitely not the airy-fairy image you may have in your mind. A trained art therapist will need to have acquired their Masters Degree in both psychology and art in order to practice and treat patients. An
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