Therapeutic Rationale:
The body is used as a fun, engaging and creative method for clients of most ages 4 years and up to develop an awareness of emotional language. This is a wonderful tool to explore the differences between emotions (labels) and feelings (body sensations/ somatic work)
Materials needed:
You’re welcome to use markers, pencils, crayons etc.
Application:
Inform your client that you’d like to make an artwork with them called the Body Scan - You can invite your client to
Associate an emotion with a colour
Scan through the figure of the body below to identify where and how intense they feel the emotion.
If they feel a lot of happiness in they’re heart we want to see big colours of happiness
Little bit of sadness of tears can be drawn with small tears or shapes next to the eyes etc.
The Body Scan
Arts-based therapy resources offer a unique and effective way for clients of all ages to explore and express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Here's why they are helpful;
- Arts-based therapy resources enable clients of all ages to express themselves creatively, aiding emotional exploration and healing.
- Activities like drawing, music, or movement provide alternative means of communication for feelings that are challenging to express verbally.
- These resources promote relaxation, mindfulness, and stress relief, fostering personal growth and enhancing self-esteem.
- Particularly beneficial for children, they support cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Arts-based therapy offers diverse and effective tools for clients to engage with their inner selves and promote holistic well-being.