Pendulum Wellbeing - art and health

WHAT IS TRANSPERSONAL ART THERAPY?

This service offers you an opportunity to discover how creative expression can open a doorway in dealing with emotional issues and crisis, creating a sense of wellbeing and a reframing of life issues. This work is particularly beneficial for those suffering depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, low self-esteem and life change. The experience is transformative and life changing.


CAN THIS THERAPY HELP ME?

This work is beneficial for those that find it hard to talk about difficult issues. Creating art or being expressive is another language that can be used to help deal with emotional issues. No artistic ability is required for Transpersonal Art Therapy work.


As a special offer Loretta will provide a complementary first session where you can discuss how Transpersonal Art Therapy can help with your emotional needs and future goals. Simply print out this voucher and bring it along to your first appointment with Loretta. Vitalchi Wellness Sanctuary, 6 Main Street, Blackburn, Ph 98940014.


WHAT CAN I GAIN FROM THIS THERAPY?

Transpersonal work is based on a psycho-spiritual framework, or soul work. This work helps you connect to your inner self and for you to find your own potential to heal emotional issues. This work also helps you to explore the desires and passions that you really want in your life.

Transpersonal work in conjunction with art and expressive therapy, will offer you the ability to:
• Explore new ways to deal with intense emotions
• Reframe the issue at hand
• Explore ways to create new meaning and purpose in your life
• Explore awareness and consciousness
• Educate yourself with what’s happening to your mind and body
• Enjoy the experience of being creative
• Create personal growth, wellbeing and healing in your life

As well as other benefits like:
• The ability to manage stress and anxiety by balancing the Central Nervous System
• Assists in rewiring the brain by integrating a balanced response in managing depression and past trauma
• Assists the self-regulation of emotions and behaviours
• Assists in learning and memory
• Assists by building self-esteem and confidence


WHAT WILL I EXPERIENCE IN THERAPY?

The most important factor in the therapeutic process is for you to feel safe and in an environment where you can confidently disclose personal issues. My role as the therapist is to work with you transpersonally and for you to be proactive in your healing journey. This means that it’s important for you to engage in sessions. I will help you use art materials and other expressive processes.You can either:

• Paint, draw or use clay
• Or explore movement work
• Or guided imagery work
• Or dream work
• Or another expressive process


FAQ?

DO I HAVE TO BE GOOD AT ART OR DRAWING?

No, art therapy is not about being artistic and making great artwork. This is an opportunity for you to express yourself in an enjoyable and creative way without judgement.

IS TRANSPERSONAL ART THERAPY OKAY TO DO WHILST I SEE A PSYCHOLOGIST?

Yes, art therapy is often used in conjunction with other psychological services. It is worthwhile talking to your psychologist or counsellor about using art therapy as part of your treatment options.


ABOUT LORETTA

I'm a qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist and registered with the Australian Counselling Association and with the Australian Association of Holistic and Transpersonal Counsellors. My passion lies in helping people deal with emotional issues and crisis.

After practicing as an artist for many years. I was interested in how art could be beneficial for mental health. This led me to study mental health under the transpersonal model, a psycho-spiritual approach to wellbeing. In particular how the transpersonal model in conjunction with art and expressive therapy, could be beneficial for overall mental health and wellbeing. I'm now in the process of furthering my studies at the University of Melbourne in the area of Psychology.

I specialize in the mental wellbeing of men and women. My goal is to empower people to move on from past issues and to live a fulfilled happy life.

To experience the therapeutic benefits of Transpersonal Art Therapy call Vitalchi Wellness Sanctuary on 98940014 and make an appointment to see Loretta.