by Ali Barnum | Oct 21, 2022 | Art Therapy, Intention, Mental Health, Support, Teens, Therapy, Tools
Did you know that you don’t have to make art for profit? Often, as adults, we think making art must have a purpose. It’s either to create a specific item for a specific purpose, like a pottery bowl to hold something, or to sell for profit. We’re naturally...
by Ali Barnum | Oct 4, 2022 | Anxiety, Coping, Mental Health, Support
When dealing with symptoms of anxiety, it can be seen that certain symptoms can be categorized differently. Sometimes there can be racing thoughts and it feels difficult to focus. Other times there can be more physical symptoms, such as a rapid heart rate, leg...
by Ali Barnum | Sep 26, 2022 | Counseling, Support, Therapy
Choosing the type of therapy that’s right for you – virtual or in person therapy Beginning in March of 2020, virtual therapy sessions became popular because of stay-at-home orders. They also made it more convenient for people working from home. When you...
by Ali Barnum | Sep 6, 2022 | Relationships, Support, Therapy
What is gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of manipulation where an individual alters or denies a shared reality so that victims feel they their experiences or perceptions are wrong. This confusion often makes an individual feel like they are losing their mind. This...
by Ali Barnum | Jul 10, 2022 | Anxiety, Coping, Counseling, Depression, Mental Health, Support, Therapy, Tools
Coping with Burnout When You Need to Work In the past few years, we have seen rapid adjustments to our work circumstances and personal lives. We’ve been challenged with extreme societal factors. There’s no doubt that this time has had a significant impact on our...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 28, 2022 | Art Therapy, Support, Therapy, Tools
Using Assessments in Art Therapy When clients ask about art therapy and it’s usefulness, I often give a bit of background on the field. I also explain what I do as an art therapist and how it can be helpful for clients in the therapeutic space. Often, I also mention...
