Thursday, 16 May 2019

Art Therapy: 7 Ways to Draw Your Stress Out

a post by Lucia Capacchione for the World of Psychology blog



As an art therapist for over four decades, I’ve been able to give my clients simple yet enjoyable tools for dealing with stress. Whether the stress was related to a chronic or life-threatening illness, divorce or separation, job security, or any number life crises, scribbling and drawing have proven to be powerful ways to release pent up emotions, worries, and self-judgment.

In order to embark on the adventure of stress release through scribbling and drawing, a few simple art materials are required.

  • Unlined paper – 8-1/2 x 11 inches or larger
  • Old magazines or newspapers
  • Crayons – 12 colors or more
  • Felt markers – wide tip for drawing (optional – fine tip felt markers)
  • Your favorite recorded music

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