Art Therapy - Gold Coast
Testimonial (2022): Art Therapy: Child (7 Year Old with Anger/ Emotional Control Issues): 'Will is so much better. He's regulating his moods really well and is a happier boy in general. Thanks so much Ghita!' - K. B. Harvey (Elanora)
What is Art Therapy?
At Ghita Therapy Art Therapy is a combination of art (drawing) and visualisation known as psychosynthesis. This method is designed to help (in a gentle fashion) to improve negative behaviours where standard therapies have perhaps failed. This type of therapy is considered to be an unconscious therapy method because it allows the expression of non-verbal thoughts; additionally it balances right (non-verbal) and left (verbal) brain functions.
The use of Art Therapy combined with visualisation is great for relieving stress. In fact, abstract art involves focus, creativity and joy, without the pressure to make anything perfect or lifelike. Some people like to draw to reveal their problems, especially if they find it hard to articulate or get their inner-child to communicate. Others like to get busy with pastels to express themselves.
Art Therapy is also used in Family Systems therapy to identify parts of ourselves that may be denied or hidden (Shadow Parts).
Art Therapy is highly recommended for:
Traditional Art Therapy
In traditional Art Therapy, the therapist interprets the client's artwork as a symbolic, yet tangible expression of a problem. In Ghita's methods, she uses guided visualisation and drawing exercises to work through irrational or limiting beliefs. This method, was known as psychosynthesis and was originally designed by psychoanalyst - Roberto Assagioli in Italy, last century.
Unlike Freud, Assagiolo believed in a spiritual, inclusive concept of humanity. Furthermore, his exercises, which incorporated drawing elements, were very successful in unleashing glass ceilings and limiting beliefs about abilities.
Exercises:
Mediums: Oil Pastels and Pencil and Pen sketches.
Fees from $125: Includes some art materials. *Canvases not included.
Please contact Ghita if you have any questions about the method.
Success Stories:
At Ghita Therapy Art Therapy is a combination of art (drawing) and visualisation known as psychosynthesis. This method is designed to help (in a gentle fashion) to improve negative behaviours where standard therapies have perhaps failed. This type of therapy is considered to be an unconscious therapy method because it allows the expression of non-verbal thoughts; additionally it balances right (non-verbal) and left (verbal) brain functions.
The use of Art Therapy combined with visualisation is great for relieving stress. In fact, abstract art involves focus, creativity and joy, without the pressure to make anything perfect or lifelike. Some people like to draw to reveal their problems, especially if they find it hard to articulate or get their inner-child to communicate. Others like to get busy with pastels to express themselves.
Art Therapy is also used in Family Systems therapy to identify parts of ourselves that may be denied or hidden (Shadow Parts).
Art Therapy is highly recommended for:
- Getting to the Heart of Depression and Anger/ Resentment
- For Learning Blocks: Especially Mathematics, Spelling, Exam Nerves, Dyslexia,
- Social Anxiety for Teenagers
- Working through a Problematic Behaviour (Children 8+)
- Understanding your place in a Family System
- Anxiety during Rehabilitation for Substance Addictions (Group)
- Combining Art Therapy with Narrative Therapy for Children
- Working through Grief or Illness setbacks
- Reduction of Panic Attacks
- Connecting with Subconscious Desires or Beliefs (Parts Work)
- For Limiting Beliefs in Skills and Abilities
- Overcoming Body Changes from Child to Adult & LGBT Issues
- Self-Esteem Issues. Not Feeling Good Enough
Traditional Art Therapy
In traditional Art Therapy, the therapist interprets the client's artwork as a symbolic, yet tangible expression of a problem. In Ghita's methods, she uses guided visualisation and drawing exercises to work through irrational or limiting beliefs. This method, was known as psychosynthesis and was originally designed by psychoanalyst - Roberto Assagioli in Italy, last century.
Unlike Freud, Assagiolo believed in a spiritual, inclusive concept of humanity. Furthermore, his exercises, which incorporated drawing elements, were very successful in unleashing glass ceilings and limiting beliefs about abilities.
Exercises:
- My Perfect Life
- What is in the Way of my Perfect Life?
- How I See Myself
- Forgiveness Exercises
- Walking up the Mountain (Psychosynthesis exercise)
Mediums: Oil Pastels and Pencil and Pen sketches.
Fees from $125: Includes some art materials. *Canvases not included.
Please contact Ghita if you have any questions about the method.
Success Stories:
Testimonial via text 2024: Art Therapy with Psychosynthesis Exercise (10 Year Old) 'Wow, Ghita. M skipped out of the session and was cheerful. He was completely over the shocking episode with his father - like it was nothing. He told me that he did a drawing.' - Emma (Burleigh Heads).
No Doctor's Referral required
Online counselling is also available for busy people.
Don't be afraid to reach out and ask questions. Call Ghita today on 0439888070 or alternatively, check availability and book easily online 24 hours on the booking tab below.
Online counselling is also available for busy people.
Don't be afraid to reach out and ask questions. Call Ghita today on 0439888070 or alternatively, check availability and book easily online 24 hours on the booking tab below.
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