Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Mindfulness-based art therapy is the most promising of all art therapy encompasses the benefits of art therapy as well as mindfulness Art therapy is using the techniques of art to understand the thought processes and deep-rooted feelings of a person. Art therapy is for everyone. One does not need to have an artistic inclination to be part of or enjoy the benefits of art therapy. Art therapy most often uses techniques like painting, drawing, coloring, sculpting, dancing as well as writing to understand and make sense of the emotional turmoil in the person seeking mental well-being. Recently there is a…

Sculpting based art therapy has shown to have positive effects on dementia. Is there any scientific proof of this? If you have been a regular reader of my blog, you would know by now, that I am a strict believer of art therapy. I believe art therapy can not only help you with your everyday stress, depression, anxiety, anger management, it can also help you understand your inner thought processes and deep-rooted feelings which are difficult to explain verbally. In my previous posts, I have discussed the role of painting in art therapy. In this post, I talk about sculpting based…

Let’s look into the benefits of art therapy Updated on July 31st, 2021   Art therapy is the use of artistic methods for the treatment of psychological disorders as well as to enhance the mental health of the person. The idea behind art therapy is that creative ways of expressing oneself can cause healing as well as improve the mental well-being of the person. There are numerous benefits of art therapy for people who are suffering from mental health issues. To experience art therapy, you do not have to be an artist. One of the benefits of art therapy is that…

Last Updated On: Art therapy is the process of understanding your deep-seated emotions through the process of art. It focuses on creating artwork that would help your therapist decipher your deep-rooted emotions and thought processes, specifically those that cannot be explained verbally. Studies show that color choices in art can reduce anxiety by up to 86% in some participants, offering a gentle way to explore feelings without pressure. Colors enhance emotions and they can act like a gateway to deeper insights.” – Cornelia Elbrecht, Sensorimotor Art Therapy Institute This therapy can be used to bring out emotions associated with PTSD,…

What is dream journaling in art therapy? The process, the technique and insights… Updated on July 31st, 2021.  Art therapy is the process of using art to express deep-seated emotions that are difficult to explain verbally. Art therapy involves various techniques like painting, sculpting, doodling, sketching etc. The purpose of the art therapy is to help people deal with their innermost thoughts and emotions which are difficult to talk about. People mostly use the above-mentioned techniques to showcase what they are feeling and then these creations are analyzed by the art therapist to understand the hinted emotions and stress. Dream…

Art therapy for stress reduction. Does it actually work? Stress has become a huge and dominating part of our day-to-day life. It is one of the world’s largest mental health problems leading to burnout, exhaustion, weak immune system, anxiety and even organ damage. Every day we are hounded by stress of home, stress of workplace, stress of meeting different deadlines etc. Our jobs, our homes, our families are at the moot of our stress. However, there is no way to run or hide from stress. We need to find a way to deal with our stress head-on and survive. The…

Does art therapy for depression work? Is it a myth or a truth? Let’s find out. For a long time now, healing through art has been recognized by artists all around the world. However, recently art therapy for depression is gaining recognition as well. Since art therapy has the potential of creating new modes and avenues for expressing oneself, it can provide invaluable benefits to people who are suffering from severe depressive episodes. Recently, there has been mounting evidence pointing towards a positive outcome in art therapy for depression. Even though artists of all genres have recognized and appreciated the…

What is art therapy and how can it be of benefit to you? As you probably know, I am a firm believer of art therapy. Art is the only form of meditation that I can do. Drawing or painting dissolves the world around me into a colorful abyss. It’s peaceful and harmonious. It’s a world where there is no pain or worry. That is the reason I want to bring art therapy to you. However, the question arises, what is art therapy exactly? The evolution of art therapy For the longest period of time, art has been used as…