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November 2016
Introduction to Art Therapy for Counsellors and Therapists at JIBC
A course for professionals who integrate some form of art making into their clinical work, are not formally trained art therapists, and are interested in the expressive aspect of mind. The course will provide an introduction to the theory and practice of art therapy, enabling participants to use this powerful therapeutic medium with effectiveness, skill and ethical integrity. Areas covered include models of art therapy, both short term and long term, creating and maintaining and art therapeutic environment, therapeutic benefits…
Find out more »December 2016
Expressive Mind: Open Studio with Margaret Jones Callahan in Nova Scotia
The Expressive Mind: Open Studio events offer an excellent opportunity to explore personal issues while engaging both in art-making and the wisdom of mindfulness practice
Find out more »October 2017
Provoking Sanity: Introduction to Expressive Mind / Mindfulness Based Art Therapy Retreat
This one day retreat introduces you to the depth and power of MBAT (Mindfulness Based Art Therapy).
Find out more »Autumn 2017 Expressive Mind Open Studio with Margaret Jones Callahan
The Expressive Mind Open Studio offers a healing art circle at Windhorse Studio near Peggy's Cove. The Open Studio Group includes 3 sessions, Fridays between 9:30 am and 1:00 pm.
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Find out more »November 2017
Winter 2017 Expressive Mind Open Studio with Margaret Jones Callahan
The Expressive Mind Open Studio offers a healing art circle at Windhorse Studio near Peggy's Cove. The groups are a mindfull inquiry based in creative activity. Each session begins with mindfulness practices and contemplation of a particular theme, which we then explore in the art. We explore both the positive qualities of mind and difficult life questions. Using the principles of mindfulness and embodied awareness in painting, calligraphy, pastels, and collage; we engage in an open-hearted personal journey. Participants identify…
Find out more »April 2018
Mindfulness and Creative Process in Counselling
This workshop includes an overview of:
• The 8 Principles of Mindful Art by lecture and
discussion
• The 3 Stages of Mindfulness Based Art
An experiential introduction to:
• Mindfulness Practices
• Mindful Artmaking and Art Based Inquiry
Case presentations of:
• The Application of Mindful Art in Counselling