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Scenario

When therapy conflicts with trauma-based art practice

My therapist suggested I stop making art about trauma because it might be keeping me stuck but art is the only way I know how to process anything.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The healing function of art-making can clash with therapeutic approaches that prioritize moving beyond painful material.

Your guide for this
Aurelius
Aurelius works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Media — Visual Arts & Fine Arts?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.