What is Authentic Movement?

Dance and movement therapy is an exciting way of working creatively with trauma. In this episode, Nicola Herd, who is a guest teacher on the Certificate in Working Creatively with Trauma, explains the history and application of Authentic Movement, which is one of the most popular ways of using movement in therapy…. Nicola is a…

what is expressive arts?

How to choose an Expressive Arts Training Course

Expressive arts therapy is an exciting way of working therapeutically. It uses creativity and intuition to help us (and our therapy clients) move from one expressive media to another. This fluidity allows one form to influence another, helping to ‘heighten and intensify our  journey inward’. Using different media in counselling also relieves symptoms of stress…

what is expressive arts?

How does expressive art work?

How does expressive art work? Using expressive art or creative arts is an expression of emotion. It helps us to process memories and calm our minds. It is therefore an effective way of working with your clients and looking after yourself as a therapist. Expressive arts is not just visual art, it also includes sandplay,…