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Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Apr 5, 20203 min read

Self Compassion & Should Statements...ways to challenge them + some art therapy activities to try

It is Sunday. How are you? No, really how are you doing? Because this collective chapter IS hard. H-A-R-D. Teachers are trying to...

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Mar 5, 20202 min read

Exercise: Honoring Our Voice through our words and images

This is an art therapy & journaling exercise designed to increase awareness of your own strengths & the power of your experiences.

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Jan 20, 20201 min read

Six Benefits of Art Therapy plus more....

Six Benefits of Art Therapy infographic- alleviate symptoms, address past traumas, improve self esteem, plus three more benefits listed.

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Oct 24, 20195 min read

Five ways Art Therapy can help with self harm behaviors

Art therapy can be effective in addressing self-harm behaviors in clients. This blog post will identify five ways that art therapy can help.

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Oct 15, 20192 min read

Projection: An advantage of art therapy- self-disclosure can occur without direct disclosure

In art therapy, projection means using artwork or imagery to tell an important part of one’s story without direct verbal disclosure.

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

Jul 2, 20193 min read

Book Review-“Pride - The Story of Harvey Milk & the Rainbow Flag” & its use in an art therapy group

“Pride- The Story of Harvey Milk & the Rainbow Flag” is a children’s book for ages 5-8. It is an age-appropriate, awesome book for kids...

Kim Gibson, MS, ATR, LPCC

May 6, 20193 min read

Using Art Therapy to Explore Family Roles & Dynamics

How can art therapy increase one's awareness and understanding of family dynamics? Here's an example of a few art therapy activities that c