The Art Therapy SourcebookA powerful and effective form of communication, art has increasingly become a therapeutic method for enhancing health and well-being, releasing traumatic experiences, and alleviating stress or physical pain. The Art Therapy Sourcebook reveals the therapeutic value of artistic expression and provides guidelines for creating and interpreting your art. Artistic talent is not a prerequisite, only a desire to increase self-understanding and find personal meaning. |
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