NEW!
CREATIVE POCKET ALTARS: MOVEMENT & ART WORKSHOP.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Back by popular demand!
CREATIVE POCKET ALTARS: MOVEMENT & ART WORKSHOP.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Back by popular demand!
Where will I be this summer?
I will be leading Art Activities at the World Wonder Art Day Camp sponsored by Trinity Montessori School in Pittsford. Click below to learn more information on their unique program!
http://www.trinitymontessori.org/4%20summer%20program_online.broch.pdf
I will be leading Art Activities at the World Wonder Art Day Camp sponsored by Trinity Montessori School in Pittsford. Click below to learn more information on their unique program!
http://www.trinitymontessori.org/4%20summer%20program_online.broch.pdf
Shannon Halligan, L-CAT Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Shannon Halligan, L-CAT Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Professional Philosophy:
To develop the awareness that
self-expression through art enhances quality of life.
self-expression through art enhances quality of life.
What is an L-CAT?
An L-CAT is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist who is recognized by New York state as a qualified mental health provider of art therapy and psychotherapy.
If you are considering art therapy services for yourself or a loved one, you may be asking: How can Art Therapy help?
Art Therapy is a process that allows a client to be an active participant in their own healing and progress toward a healthier life. The process of being engaged in art activities can bring unconscious thoughts, feelings and ideas to the surface and help a person make connections and develop insight to their own problems and challenges.
Development of self-awareness, self-expression, and developing insight are key factors in leading a healthy and balanced life.
Art Therapy can be the bridge that allows a person to find their own path of healing and well-being.
Is a "talent" in art necessary to use art therapy?
There is no drawing, or other artistic ability required to utilize art therapy. Art Therapy focuses on the process of art-making rather than the perceived quality or "eye-pleasing" end product. By promoting hands-on exploration of materials, an Art Therapist facilitates the process of self-exploration, reflection and insight with the client. An Art Therapist will provide the art tools that will help a client get to a healthy place where they can heal and gain a stronger understanding of themselves.
An L-CAT is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist who is recognized by New York state as a qualified mental health provider of art therapy and psychotherapy.
If you are considering art therapy services for yourself or a loved one, you may be asking: How can Art Therapy help?
Art Therapy is a process that allows a client to be an active participant in their own healing and progress toward a healthier life. The process of being engaged in art activities can bring unconscious thoughts, feelings and ideas to the surface and help a person make connections and develop insight to their own problems and challenges.
Development of self-awareness, self-expression, and developing insight are key factors in leading a healthy and balanced life.
Art Therapy can be the bridge that allows a person to find their own path of healing and well-being.
Is a "talent" in art necessary to use art therapy?
There is no drawing, or other artistic ability required to utilize art therapy. Art Therapy focuses on the process of art-making rather than the perceived quality or "eye-pleasing" end product. By promoting hands-on exploration of materials, an Art Therapist facilitates the process of self-exploration, reflection and insight with the client. An Art Therapist will provide the art tools that will help a client get to a healthy place where they can heal and gain a stronger understanding of themselves.
Specialties include art therapy, play therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral-Therapy (CBT).
I have experience working with diverse client populations that include:
- Children, adolescents and adults with special needs, including Autism, Aspberger's Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and developmental disabilities.
- Children who are faced with Attention-Deficit-Disorder (ADD), Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and trauma.
- Adults and children with anxiety and panic disorders.
- Adults with chronic mental illness and psychiatric disorders.
- Clients with Eating Disorders
- Geriatric and elderly populations; including those with Dementia and Alzheimers.
- At-risk youth and their families.
- Clients who are blind or visually impaired.