Expressive Art Therapy
Drop Ins with Natasha
Have you been feeling disconnected lately, found yourself at a point of transition, or wondered how to navigate a challenge on the horizon? Do you find it supportive to process your thoughts and feelings in the company of others?
Our Expressive Arts Therapy drop-in sessions might be for you. Come spend an evening exploring new ideas, new materials and new possibilities in a cozy group setting. Expressive Arts Therapy is a creative, therapeutic practice that invites individuals to explore their inner world and experiences using creative modalities, such as movement, sound, visual arts, photography, and writing. Each session will have a theme that participants are welcome and invited to follow, if they feel called to do so.
One beauty of expressive arts therapy is that where you begin may not be where you end up, therefore not art or creative experience is required to participate. Materials will be supplied, however you are welcome to bring your own if there are materials you work with regularly, or have always been interested in but have never tried.
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We will begin each session with a brief check-in and orientation to the of the session, then participants are welcome to engage in their own individual process or they might choose to work alongside others to share in the experience together. We will come together at the close of the session, with an invitation to reflect together on the creative work done.
Please note that your first yoga or art drop in is on us - if you bring a friend, they are also of course able to attend their first class for free as well!
A Bit About Natasha & Expressive Art Therapy
Art Therapy FAQ
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Our drop ins do not require any experience!
If you have any questions or concerns about anything, you can chat with our counsellors before class, or send an email ahead of time at connect@newtides.ca
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If your event is before 6pm on the weekday, the front door will be unlocked - come on up!
If you’re arriving after 6, please buzz in using the buzzer to the left of the front door and take the elevator up to the 3rd floor! Please arrive on time, as our instructors will be unable to buzz you in once class starts.
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Since we are a counselling clinic with no reception, things will be a little different than a regular studio! You can still sign up on Jane (as you do for counselling) - just find the date on our online calendar HERE and make sure you sign our informed consent and put a credit card on file before you come to class.
We are a small, cozy studio - registration is required to ensure everyone has a spot!
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Your credit card will be charged 24 hours before class, but you can cancel anytime before then by emailing our front desk (connect@newtides.ca)