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  Jessika Fruchter, Bay Area Feminist Therapy for Women and Girls
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What is Expressive Arts Therapy?

​Expressive Arts Therapy is the use of drama, visual art, writing, music, movement and ritual for the purpose of self-expression and healing. What this looks like in a given therapy session varies depending on the person I’m working with, their interests and comfort levels. 
 
For someone struggling with fear or panic, a session may include guided imagery to visualize a safe place and then creating a collage, painting or charm to reference when difficult emotions rise.
 
For someone who has difficulty talking about their feelings, a session may include listening to songs that resonate.
 
An individual navigating a life transition may benefit from creating a vision board and developing concrete action items to move toward that vision.
 
The possibilities are endless and the healing and growth potential is great.
 
“But I’m not an artist …”
 
I hear that a lot, actually.

My response is usually, “Great, even better!”

​Expressive Arts Therapy is especially useful for those who are quick to intellectualize their emotions or who have a hyperactive inner critic (the inner voice that puts you down).
 
The most important thing to know is that Expressive Arts Therapy is not about creating a perfect product. It’s about expression, exploration and the process of embracing your imagination and inner wisdom in a safe and supported environment. 

To read more about expressive arts therapy, check out my blog post here,The Magic is in the Mess: How the Expressive Arts Heal. 
 
 
 

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Jessika Fruchter, LMFT
Feminist Psychotherapy & 
Expressive Arts Therapy 
Supporting Women and Girls
in the San Francisco Bay Area 
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510.295.5767 

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    • What is Feminist Therapy?
    • What is Expressive Arts Therapy?
    • Blog
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    • Support during COVID-19
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    • Therapy for Girls
    • PsychoSpiritual Counseling
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    • Clinical Consultation + Trainings
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