There are many reasons why art therapy may be more suitable than talk therapy alone.

• Children are less able to articulate feelings and experiences, whereas art is a natural language for children
• teens may be resistant or self-conscious in verbalizing thoughts, feelings and experiences
• Art images come from the unconscious and provide information that we have been unaware of. Talk therapy alone may be less effective in uncovering unconscious or traumatic material.
• Couples and families may be blocked or resistant to verbal communication, but they can talk to each other through art images. Art therapy is a natural, safe and fun process for families to engage in.
• Disabilities may prevent people from verbal expression e.g. strokes, brain damage, developmental delays, learning disorders, loss of hearing and speech, etc. Art therapy provides an alternate form of communication and increases cognitive and developmental learning.

Session fees are $100.00 (sliding scale, materials included). Marilyn provides counselling services to EAP and health benefits programs that recognize registered social workers.

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