Certain episodes leave a lasting impression on children. Art as healing acts as a route to :
Healing instincts generate a process of reflection where children can contemplate their thoughts, expressions and ideas, and discover perspectives on different aspects of life. It helps children deal with issues haunting them, from both the past and the present.
Children who are not verbally expressive require an alternate way to unclog their minds, and art therapy helps them communicate within their comfort zone.
What are the different forms of art as healing?
From the many choices, art healers select one, based on the child's strengths and capabilities, also keeping in mind the final goal they want to achieve.
Who can benefit from this?
Children of any age, gender, financial status, religion, race or faith, who have been exposed to:
- help them reconcile with themselves
- create an impact in their personal development.
Healing instincts generate a process of reflection where children can contemplate their thoughts, expressions and ideas, and discover perspectives on different aspects of life. It helps children deal with issues haunting them, from both the past and the present.
Children who are not verbally expressive require an alternate way to unclog their minds, and art therapy helps them communicate within their comfort zone.
What are the different forms of art as healing?
- painting
- drawings
- clay modelling
- character sketches
- musical and sensory games
- reflections
- collages and so on....
From the many choices, art healers select one, based on the child's strengths and capabilities, also keeping in mind the final goal they want to achieve.
Who can benefit from this?
Children of any age, gender, financial status, religion, race or faith, who have been exposed to:
- domestic violence
- aggressive behaviour
- traumatic events
- negative social/peer pressure in different forms
- physical or emotional abuse