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WHAT IS ART THERAPY? Art therapy , as defined by the American Art Therapy Association, is the therapeutic use of making art, within a professional relationship, by people who have experienced illness, trauma or challenges that have caused varying degrees of dysfunction within their lives. Art therapy is helpful for people who seek personal development through creating art and reflecting on their artwork and the process of making art. Through art therapy an increased awareness of self is developed. The self that emerges through the creation of art in art therapy is enhanced and stabilized, enabling one to cope with challenges, stresses and trauma. The learning process is enriched through creating art and enjoyment of art making increases self awareness, cognitive abilities and defines the life-affirming pleasures of making art. The American Art Therapy Association promotes established standards for art therapy education, ethics and practice. Volunteer committees composed of members and ...

Retirement should be a time in life when couples at long last have time for each other, and the opportunity to do things together they may have previously postponed. For some this might include hobbies or travel, getting involved in community organisations or spending more time with family and friends. While all these are reasonable and healthy goals, for some couples, retirement proves to be the opposite. It can be a time of increased stress and anxiety on their marriage and relationship. A couple counselling London therapist may be able to provide suggestions that will improve your unique situation, and identity negative patterns that can be redirected towards more positive and relationship improving words and actions. They can help you build a vision for your retirement, manage change and set realistic goals and objectives, and  Hypnotherapy . Acceptance of Change Although retirement for many is a joyous time, one that they have long anticipated, it brings along with it many cha...