Therapeutic Expressive Art
Art for Expression and Emotional regulation!
Therapeutic Expressive Art
A Creative Approach to Emotional Regulation and Self Expression
Hello! I'm Lesley and I'm excited to tell you about my online course Therapeutic Expressive Art
Therapeutic Expressive Art is an online self-study program created to help you to improve your mental and emotional wellbeing through the use of visual arts and other creative activities.
It is an integration of psychology, art techniques and art therapy and provides opportunity to use art therapeutically thus developing your own creative mental health toolbox as you decide to step into this Art Therapy Experience.
Not everyone can work with an Art Therapist, but anyone can learn to EXPRESS their TRUE SELVES to feel Happy and Confident.
It is an integration of psychology, art techniques and art therapy and provides opportunity to use art therapeutically thus developing your own creative mental health toolbox as you decide to step into this Art Therapy Experience.
Not everyone can work with an Art Therapist, but anyone can learn to EXPRESS their TRUE SELVES to feel Happy and Confident.
In this course there are 5 guiding principles, 3 modules, 1 unique participant (You) and Infinite creative possibilities
The 3 modules are; Materials and techniques, Emotional regulation and, Self-expression
The 3 modules are; Materials and techniques, Emotional regulation and, Self-expression
The 5 principles are; Explore, Activate, Regulate, Express and Empower.
These can be prioritised based on your individual needs and interests and with a range of starting point and an emphasis on intuitive image making, reflection and creative journaling.
Explore: Understand your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviours through various artistic mediums.
Explore: Understand your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviours through various artistic mediums.
Engage in reflective exercises that encourage self-discovery using imagery, symbols and metaphors.
Activate: An opportunity to boost your mood and energise through behavioural activation.
Regulate: Develop practical techniques to regulate your emotions through the therapeutic use of art.
Activate: An opportunity to boost your mood and energise through behavioural activation.
Regulate: Develop practical techniques to regulate your emotions through the therapeutic use of art.
Gain insights into managing stress, anxiety, and other challenges, developing emotional resilience.
Express: Art is your voice. Learn to express your true self through a range of creative methods.
From painting and drawing to sculpture and poetry, find the medium that you resonate with the most and experiment with new methods.
Empower: Harness the strength within and embody your life purpose and values. This course empowers you with the skills and confidence to navigate life's challenges. Cultivate a sense of purpose and resilience through the therapeutic power of expressive art.
Express: Art is your voice. Learn to express your true self through a range of creative methods.
From painting and drawing to sculpture and poetry, find the medium that you resonate with the most and experiment with new methods.
Empower: Harness the strength within and embody your life purpose and values. This course empowers you with the skills and confidence to navigate life's challenges. Cultivate a sense of purpose and resilience through the therapeutic power of expressive art.
Participating fully provides the following benefits:
1) Enhance your creative capacity to express yourself and as a result boost mood and improve confidence, reconnect with your purpose and feel truly satisfied.
2) Become more connected with your TRUE SELF and the world around through increased awareness, mindfulness and feelings of gratitude
3) Reduction in anxiety and stress levels, improvements in sleep, a calmer mind and more energy and vitality overall.
4) Feel empowered to make art and other creative activities in a way that is best for you.
5) Bonus videos and lessons in relation to art making of mental health and mindset
6) You will benefit from the expertise of an experienced art therapist and artist whilst experiencing the flexibility to work through the course content at your own pace.
WHATS INCLUDED?
Video training, written information, workbooks and visual presentations have been created to support you in the following areas
Materials and techniques, Emotional regulation and, Self-expression
BONUS for 2024 - Monthly online workshops for all course participants to attend for the whole of 2024. The workshops cover and build on course content and provide more in depth support and accountability.
Materials and techniques
Explore a variety of art materials and techniques to enhance your creative process, from traditional art supplies to unconventional mediums.
There are videos and worksheets to enable you to explore and experiment with different art materials and use techniques such as painting, drawing, print and collage.
I include tutorials about how to use art materials from a technical and aesthetic perspective to improve your skills and understanding of line, shape, pattern and form which can then be transformed to any imagery you like with patterns, people places, memories, meanings and imaginations.
By learning from me and then giving yourself time to explore and experiment, you will open up the creative opportunities so that you can express your thoughts and feelings without any technical restrictions.
There are no requirements to be 'good' at art it is beneficial to have some understanding of different art materials so that a wider range of personal themes can be expressed
Creativity Takes Courage so give yourself permission to step out of your comfort zone and allow yourself to experiment with materials without needing to be perfect
Emotional regulation
Make use of the therapeutic aspects of art, understanding how it can regulate your emotions and develop your own creative wellbeing toolbox.
What we know about mental health is that anyone, regardless of age, culture and gender can struggle with their emotional wellbeing and it does not matter how confident or intelligent we are, when we are stressed, depressed, anxious, grieving or exhausted we can struggle to function and find even the smallest the demands of life challenging.
This is why it is important to be aware of your emotions and develop a toolkit of emotional regulation strategies.
Art can be a powerful way of exploring thoughts and feelings and regulating emotions. Having an increased understanding of our emotions and the kind of art that might help allows you to be able to use art to feel calmer when anxious and more energised when feeling tired or fed up.
With a workbook and mindfulness exercises you are invited to reflect on your experiences, thoughts and feelings so that when you make art it is coming from a deeper level of understanding and self-compassion and acceptance.
If you use this course effectively you will notice that you are more attune with yourself and aware different triggers, thought patterns and behaviours and as a result be able to manage your energy levels and regulate your emotions readily.
Expression of your true self
Authentic Self Expression: Make use of a range of visual art and other creative activities to develop your own sustained artistic projects.
The range of videos and activities in the workbooks encourages self-expression throughout the course.
As you progress and make work within your sketchbook or journal, I guarantee that different ideas will emerge, both from conscious thinking as well as subconsciously.
You are encouraged to develop work which explores and expresses your true self so that you feel more aligned, calm, confident and happier overall.
One of my favourite quotes from the artist Pablo Picasso is as follows:
‘Every child is an artist; the problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up’
It reminds me of conversations I keep having with people, whereby they tell me they would like to make more art but ‘can’t even draw a stick figure’ or they used to make art but haven’t done any since they were at school and were told that they weren’t very good so lost confidence.
It doesn't have to be that way, its perfectly suitable and possible to be creative again and whenever you are ready I am here to help you to get started.
Who am I?
My name is Lesley and I'm an Artist and Art Therapist and I'm on a mission to make the world a more creative place. I love sharing the therapeutic benefits of art especially the profound effects that creativity can have on someone's mental health and overall wellbeing.
I may not need to remind you about how important it is to look after your mental health and that of your loved ones. Mental health is discussed about a lot more in society these days yet it can still be very tricky as there is still a lot of stigma surrounding it.
No one can perform well nor be their best selves when holding on to emotional distress no matter how hard they work so its essential that your mental health is prioritised.
The majority of treatments for mental health conditions use verbal methods and although talking therapies can be helpful they are not for everyone.
Sometimes 'words are not enough' and thoughts, feelings and experiences can be too painful to talk about.
This is one of the reasons why I love being an art therapist and I love being able to help people to express themselves, manage their emotions, process traumatic experiences and gain insights in a creative way.
Taking time to work on your mental and emotional wellbeing is like gardening, cleaning your house or painting and decorating, it’s something that needs to be worked at continuously or it can get messy.
You can hire someone to help or if you think you have the skills you can just do it yourself.
A lot of people don’t think they need professional support or find it hard to ask for help but then struggle alone and end up taking a lot longer to overcome the challenges than if they had worked with a coach therapist or mentor.
It doesn’t need to be all or nothing though and you don’t need to have to manage by yourself as this course provides enough content and structure to feel supported and contained whilst giving you freedom and independence
This course is for you if:
1)You are looking for a creative outlet for personal growth and believe in the healing power of art
2) You are struggling with some emotional difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, stress and brain fog, not in crisis and ready to take action to improve your mental health
3)You are feeling the impact of life events and changes worsened by hormonal or health issues and want to feel more energy, purpose, confidence again.
4) You are looking to enhance your current creative practise to choose self expression over perfection
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Lesley Andrew
Lesley is an Artist and Art Psychotherapist from the UK working with individuals and families in a trauma informed way. She has a passion for art an was once described to be ‘bleeding paint’ as creativity runs through her veins. Lesley strives to empower people to be more creative, express their true selves to feel confident and happy. If you have lost touch with your creativity it is not only possible but essential for you to reconnect with art and it is her mission to make the world a more harmonious creative place one painting at a time.
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