What is art therapy?

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Art therapy is a true gift to the service of healing and does not require any artistic skill whatsoever; art therapy focuses on the process, not the product. The quality of a client’s art is not the focus, as the experiences and insight gained through the exercise is what informs progress.

 

Art therapy has been proven to be an extremely effective modality for individuals of all ages, with varying presenting issues. Some issues that art therapy works to treat include, but are not limited to, those actively processing trauma, behavioral/emotional issues, anger/aggression, addiction, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. A major benefit to this expressive modality is that it will often elicit responses that have been challenging to obtain independently or through other therapeutic techniques. An art therapy session can look many different ways. Whether it be painting, wood-working, drawing, sculpting, or any other media used, the creative process offers new perspectives and catharsis that can be paramount to an individual’s treatment.

We have a licensed art therapist that works with children, teens and adults. If your tired of traditional talk therapy, then give art therapy a try! Reach out today. 502.208.9927; [email protected] .

Letter to Parents

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The Following is a letter to parents. I think it is important to honor and acknowledge those that are raising children during this pandemic.

 

Dear Parents and Caregivers of children,

 

Did you imagine that life would be what it is today? I mean a year later and you’re still here!! The sacrifices you’ve made for your children have been incredible. The hell that you have gone through and you’ve put your children first. I know it’s been hard. As a parent myself, it has been challenging in many different ways. Canceled vacations, constantly being hypervigilant about the virus, social injustice and the recent political climate, homeschooling children with very little support and instruction—these are some the challenges that you’ve encountered and endured. Yes, endured. Because you’re still here.

It’s been confusing at times. Are we wearing one mask or two? Are my children’s teachers being vaccinated? Is it really safe to return to school? Can they play with their friends? WHEN. WILL. THINGS. BE. NORMAL. AGAIN. You are the real heroes. Thank you for working from home to make sure your kids have what they need. Thank you for quitting a job to stay at home. Thank you for holding space for your kids and knowing that they are struggling and don’t know how to articulate their struggles. Thanks for giving them a break when they have been frustrated, overwhelmed and desperate for connection. You have been gracious at times and overwhelmed yourself and yet, have endured. At times you may have wanted to give up and maybe you have in your own way and…you are still here.

The phrase, “we are all doing the best we can”, as pissed as that may make you, is true. And…you are still here. You have been caught in the middle of many things in the last year and you made sure to provide and support your kids in the best way possible. The tearful nights, the frustrations, the confusion, the anxiety, just know that it’s all good. You have may have regrets about how you’ve conducted yourself or have talked to your children at times and it’s okay. You’re still here. When your children grow in age and understanding they will see that what you have done was incredibly challenging. Just know that as humans we make mistake and may have regrets but there is an opportunity for growth in all our experiences.

More vaccinations, the recent stimulus bill being passed, children returning to school for a few weeks before summer break can offer hope and maybe even a respite from what life has been in the last year. My hope is that you find ways to practice grace and to take care of yourself.

Sincerely and with grace and love,

Louisville Health & Healing

Back to School (Part 2) College Edition

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Okay. This blog is dedicated to college kids (or anyone interested in reading it). College can be a very fun and exciting endeavor. For some young adults, this may be the first time they are out of their parent’s house. For others, this could seem like the first true adult experience. However, sometimes college is not always what it’s cracked up to be. College requires responsibility, accountability, time management, and some basic social skills. Achieving these standards can be challenging for a young adult for many reasons.

When I think of college I immediately associate partying (could be my past). A lot of college students experience parties for the first time in college. Keep in mind, I want you to have fun! Here are some things to be mindful of when you party in college (or anywhere really):

  • Never drink and drive or use any substance and drive even marijuana (our body metabolizes 1 oz. of alcohol per hour and any more than that is usually over the limit and can lead to intoxication. Marijuana does impair judgment)
  • Call a cab, Uber or Lyft (if you have a designated driver, please make sure you’re not getting in the car with them if they drink)
  • Don’t leave your drink unattended at a party/bar/pub (if you sit it down, then consider it a ‘dead’ drink and don’t drink it. Someone could put drugs in your drink)
  • For Women, don’t walk or travel home alone intoxicated or not
  • Binge drinking has led to death (Binge drinking is drinking 5-6 drinks in a 3-hour period. This kind of drinking surprises the body and can lead to some health risks)
  • If you are using ‘party drugs’ make sure you know what you’re taking (I’m not stupid to think that college kids don’t use or abuse drugs other than alcohol)
  • Be careful mixing alcohol with energy drinks and other substances (alcohol is a depressant and energy drinks are considered a stimulant. These combinations have led to death).
  • Have access to emergency responders if needed

College students can also suffer from a wide array of issues:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Alcohol and substance use/abuse
  • Overwhelming stress as a result of expectations
  • Eating disorders (i.e. Anorexia and bulimia)
  • Feeling ashamed, lost, and scared of being away from family and support
  • Sexual Transmitted Illness as a result of high-risk sexual behaviors with multiple partners
  • Poor self-confidence and low self-esteem

If you experience any of these issues please reach out to family and other support. Sometimes meeting with a therapist can be helpful in processing life events!

CHEERS!! And good luck with your academic success…

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