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What do you do if your therapy clients need a creative outlet?

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In therapy, recognizing that your clients may benefit from a creative outlet is a significant step toward fostering their emotional well-being. Creative activities can serve as a therapeutic tool, helping individuals express feelings that might be difficult to articulate verbally. As a social worker, your role involves not only identifying the need for such outlets but also facilitating access to them. Whether it's through art, music, writing, or another form of expression, encouraging your clients to explore creativity can be a transformative part of their healing journey.

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1 Identify Needs

Understanding your clients' unique needs is the first step in guiding them towards a creative outlet. Listen attentively to their stories and observe any hints of creative inclinations they may express. Some may have had previous artistic experiences, while others might be novices seeking a new form of expression. Your role is to provide support and resources that align with their interests and therapeutic goals. By doing so, you create an environment where clients feel encouraged to explore their creativity as a means of self-expression and personal growth.

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Linda Weeks Di Filippo, MSW, LSW, MBA

I Help You Regulate Your Nervous System to Elevate Success | EMDR Therapist | Former Finance Professional |?? Racquet Sports Enthusiast |?? Artist
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I think all clients are different and "creative" can have many meanings. Being curious with your client about what types of expressive arts they may connect with is a process. Collaborate and explore past experiences and what has brought joy to the client. Maybe they are busy or overwhelmed and could reconnect with a former passion. Try a visualization exercise imaging themselves as a child and what type of creative endeavors did they enjoy? Can they remember positive feelings during this process? What types of things did they wish they had a chance to experience? I bring different expressive arts into session for clients to try and experiment with, you never know what might spark joy.

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Sharon Davis
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I agree. I also ask them how long has it been since they had their creative time and explain what waist like, why did they stop. Brainstorm with the clients what kind of creative outlet do they have time for, money for, and do they have a place in their hope to do this new creatic outlet. Do they like to make creative things with hands, with wood, ceramics, sewing, knitting, etc. Ask them to go on youtube to see what is being taught for no cost.

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Aditi Munmun Sengupta

MBBS, DECT, ADPC, MS,Harvard Medical School, Dept.of CME PGAMember, FMRC,MRSB, MACP,Assoc member-RCPE
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One thing i've found helpful is to write the thoughts and feelings down in a diary.That helps to balance the emotions and improve mental health.

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2 Offer Choices

Once you've identified a client's interest in creative expression, offer a variety of options. Not every creative outlet suits every individual, so it's important to present multiple possibilities. From painting and drawing to writing poetry or playing an instrument, the choices are vast. Encourage your clients to experiment with different mediums to find what resonates with them. This exploration can be a liberating experience, potentially uncovering hidden talents or passions that contribute positively to their therapeutic process.

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Michael Kern
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Various useful mediums that have been proven to work range from creative work in a forest - or natural setting. Barefoot in the woods, creating patterns or sculptures from decaying or dry plant matter has the ability to assist someone with high levels of anxiety or depression to "return to centre" and to even "integrate" life experiences. Another effective medium such as free form movement (basically dancing) or creating a outline of the body on paper, writing and painting on or over it has also shown to be a useful tool to navigate through the layers of resistance.

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3 Create Space

Creating a safe and inviting space for clients to engage in creative activities is crucial. Whether it's a quiet corner with art supplies, a room with musical instruments, or simply time set aside during sessions for journaling, the environment should foster a sense of freedom and comfort. This space doesn't need to be elaborate; what matters most is that it's perceived as a judgment-free zone where clients can freely express themselves and explore their emotions through creativity.

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Shanuska Sewsahai

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As a therapist, I try to be encouraging of their creative outlets by asking them to bring along the art they created or to show me how they choose to creatively express themselves. I've seen people bring in paintings, drawings, their journals, stories/writing and talk about other activities they do to fuel their creativity.

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Michael Kern
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Naturally speaking, the golden nugget here is "set and setting". The individual's "mind-set" and the "setting". If these two aren't catered to, it could be a futile or tiresome process

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4 Encourage Sharing

Encouraging clients to share their creative works can be an empowering aspect of therapy. It allows them to take ownership of their emotional narratives and can foster a sense of accomplishment. However, remember to always respect their choice to share or keep their creations private. If they do choose to share, provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback that reinforces the therapeutic value of their work and supports their emotional journey.

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5 Integrate Techniques

Integrating creative techniques into therapy sessions can enhance the therapeutic experience. For example, you might use art-based directives to help clients explore specific emotions or life events. Encourage them to create visual representations of their feelings or to write about their experiences in a metaphorical way. These techniques can provide new perspectives and insights, aiding in the processing of complex emotions and contributing to overall healing.

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Michael Kern
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Various useful mediums that have been proven to work range from creative work in a forest - or natural setting. Barefoot in the woods, creating patterns or sculptures from decaying or dry plant matter has the ability to assist someone with high levels of anxiety or depression to "return to centre" and to even "integrate" life experiences. Another effective medium such as free form movement (basically dancing) or creating a outline of the body on paper, writing and painting on or over it has also shown to be a useful tool to navigate through the layers of resistance

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6 Follow Up

Finally, follow up on your clients' engagement with their chosen creative outlets. Check in with them about their experiences and any challenges they may face. This ongoing support is vital for maintaining momentum and ensuring that the creative outlet remains a beneficial component of therapy. Your encouragement can help clients develop a sustained practice that not only complements their therapy but also enriches their daily lives.

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This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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