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What to Expect
-Individual Sessions-





contacT US--> initial phone consultation



*Is it a good fit?

*Needs

*Experience

*Scheduling

*Pricing and Payment

*Questions



first session/
information gathering



*Introductions

*Answer set questions about current situation and personal history

*Begin to discuss expectations





Locate/Purchase Art Supplies (If Meeting Virtually)



*Materials for creative expression are an essential part of the treatment process

*See list below in following section of recommended materials

*Additional materials are certainly encouraged and can be discussed based on project



Art Based assessment



*As part of getting to know you and identifying needs, one of several art therapy assessments will be used at the beginning of treatment.



establish goals



*Based on the initial consultation, information gathering, and the art-based assessment...

we will discuss what areas of focus are important for you to work toward your goals.





attend and participate



This is the heart and soul of treatment... the week to week or alternating week sessions in which your journey happens. It involves an openness to new experience, recognizing unhealthy patterns, having patience with yourself and the process, and making a dedicated effort of working toward your goals.

Creating various forms of expressive art (visual arts, creative writing etc.) in sessions can also be rewarding, exciting, relaxing, centering and fun! Processing your creations with support and guidance from your therapist is a unique opportunity for growth.



GROWTH



This is the time that makes it all worthwhile... when you begin to see progress and change by recognizing your personal growth. It becomes evident in how you feel and interact with others, as well as how they respond to you. Growth is reflected in and fostered by the art.



fine tuning/decision



Following positive breakthroughs and periods of maintenance, goals are reviewed. *For some new goals are set to continue ​the work together. *For others this may be as far as they wish to proceed and termination will be initiated.



ending treatment



*No absolute right time to make this decision *Some reasons that termination of individual sessions might be best: --achieving goals --changes in circumstance --choice to attend group or open studio instead (all are permitted simultaneously but sometimes group work can target specific goals better) *A final session is almost always required and may happen quickly if necessary. *Ideally, termination will involve planned cutting back of frequency over a period of time- to provide opportunity for processing and integration of success, needs and closure.



art material supply list



Clients who receive telehealth (online) services must acquire these basic art materials prior to their second session.





* Pencil with Eraser


* Mixed Media White Art Paper Sheets or Pad

(80lbs+, 50+ sheets, approximately 9x12")


​* 8 Pack of Crayons


* 10 Pack of Markers


​* Acrylic Paint and Brushes


* Modeling Air Dry Clay


* Scissors


* White Liquid School Glue


* 1 Glue Stick


* Clear Tape


* Stapler


Quick Buy Shopping Cart


Featured artwork from individual sessions



survive to thrive



proud



my heart



i am the ocean



safe place



Tools



my granddaughter




I seem to be a puddle

But really I'm an arrow


I may be in pain

But I am ready and I am strong


I seem to be an independent survivor

But really I'm unstoppable

Kerri Washer



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