(Preview) An Introduction to Person-Centered Expressive Arts

In this insightful and engaging session, Lindsey Sherwin, a board-certified drama therapist and expressive arts practitioner, introduces the transformative power of expressive arts therapy. Drawing on her extensive experience, Lindsey explains how this holistic and multimodal approach integrates music, writing, movement, and drama to foster personal empowerment, emotional healing, and growth.

Listeners will learn about the historical roots of expressive arts therapy, its connection to humanistic and person-centered counseling, and its applicability to various mental health challenges. Lindsey delves into core principles like expression, imagination, active participation, and the mind-body connection, highlighting how these practices address trauma stored in the body and promote healing beyond words.

The session also explores practical techniques, including storytelling, metaphor creation, and emotion personification, showcasing how clients can safely process trauma without retraumatization. Whether you’re a practitioner, client, or simply curious about the healing power of the arts, this session provides a comprehensive look at the innovative and empowering world of expressive arts therapy.

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