I-ACT - Innovating Art Community Therapies

🌿 How Art Therapy Works 🎨 Art therapy is a powerful tool for healing and self-expression. It uses creative processes like drawing, painting, and sculpting to help individuals explore emotions, manage stress, and cope with trauma. 💭✨ When words fail, art can communicate feelings on a deeper level, offering a safe space to process thoughts that are difficult to express verbally. Studies support its effectiveness too! 📚 🔎 A 2016 study in the journal Art Therapy found that just 45 minutes of creative activity significantly reduced cortisol levels, helping to ease stress. 🔍 Another 2017 review in Frontiers in Psychology showed how art therapy improves emotional resilience, especially in trauma survivors. 🎨 Whether it's managing anxiety, processing grief, or fostering mindfulness, art therapy empowers us to heal from within. 💙 #ArtTherapy #MentalHealth #CreativeHealing #Mindfulness Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning Spyros Zorbas Fokion Dimitriadis Favour Nnedinma

🎨✨ Parcours d'Artistes 2024: A Celebration of Healing Through Art ✨🎨 Join us for a unique exhibition showcasing the incredible artworks created by the patients and residents of CNP St-Martin. This event highlights the transformative power of art in mental health and offers a platform for these talented individuals to express themselves. 👉 Where: Galerie du Beffroi, Namur 👉 When: October 8 – 20, 2024 Come and immerse yourself in a diverse collection of pieces that reflect personal journeys, emotions, and creativity. This is not just an exhibition; it’s a testament to resilience and the healing process. Let’s come together to support mental health awareness and celebrate the artistry that emerges from it! #santémentale #psychiatrie #namurart #expo #arttherapie #arttherapy

🎨✨Why art therapy is so effective?🎨✨ Art therapy is powerful because it engages the brain's creative processes, enhances emotional expression, and reduces stress! Studies show it can decrease anxiety by 35% and improve mood significantly after just a few sessions. Art therapy offers a unique way to heal through color, form, and creativity, making it a versatile and effective approach for mental health. #ArtTherapy #MentalHealth #CreativeHealing #StressRelief #EmotionalWellbeing Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning Spyros Zorbas Fokion Dimitriadis Favour Nnedinma

➡️ Did you know art therapy can reduce anxiety by up to 50%? 🎨🧠 ✅ Studies show it helps manage stress, improves mood, and fosters emotional healing. 💡 75% of participants in art therapy report better mental clarity and resilience. 🌟 Unlock the power of creativity for a healthier mind! #ArtTherapy #MentalHealthMatters #HealingThroughArt #CreativeExpression #SelfCare Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning Spyros Zorbas Fokion Dimitriadis Favour Nnedinma

➡️ Did you know art therapy can reduce anxiety by up to 50%? 🎨🧠 ✅ Studies show it helps manage stress, improves mood, and fosters emotional healing. 💡 75% of participants in art therapy report better mental clarity and resilience. 🌟 Unlock the power of creativity for a healthier mind! #ArtTherapy #MentalHealthMatters #HealingThroughArt #CreativeExpression #SelfCare Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning Spyros Zorbas Fokion Dimitriadis Favour Nnedinma

🌍 As part of the I-ACT co-financed project ka210, Erasmus+ project, partners from Belgium, Denmark, and Greece will: 1. Create a clear, multilingual guide to help mental health care units and their staff collaborate with civil society in developing an art therapy festival. 🎨    2. Organize a one-day international art therapy festival at CPSB to bring these efforts to life. ✨ This initiative aims to: - Increase Inclusion: Boost social and professional inclusion while reducing stigma and discrimination. - Improve Services: Enhance the quality of hospital services and NGOs through shared knowledge and resources. - Develop Skills: Strengthen the competencies and skills of all involved staff. Together, we’re building more inclusive and supportive communities! 💪 #IACTProject #ArtTherapy #Inclusion #cofundedbytheEU AEF-Europe code 23PSA0030 - 2023-2-BE01-KA210-ADU-000179863 Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning

🎨 What is Art Therapy? 🎨 Art therapy is a healing process that uses creative expression to help people explore emotions, reduce stress, and improve mental health. 🖌️💭 Whether through painting, drawing, or sculpting, art becomes a powerful tool for self-discovery and emotional release. It’s not about the final product, but the journey of creating it. 🌈✨ #ArtTherapy #HealingThroughArt #MentalHealth #CreativeExpression #WellnessJourney Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning

🌟 Discover the Power of Art Therapy! 🎨✨ Did you know that art therapy can significantly improve mental health? 🌈 Studies show that 75% of participants experience reduced stress and anxiety through creative expression. 🖌️📉 Plus, 80% report enhanced emotional resilience and self-esteem! 💪❤️ Join the movement towards holistic healing and unleash your inner artist. Whether painting, drawing, or sculpting, art therapy is a powerful tool for mental wellness. 🎨🧠✨ #ArtTherapy #MentalHealth #HealingThroughArt #CreativeWellness Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning

➡️In the realm of art therapy, the connections between space and environment, reflection, and art making are deeply intertwined, each playing a vital role in the therapeutic process! ➡️The physical and emotional space where therapy occurs is fundamental. A well-designed environment that feels safe and inviting allows clients to relax and open up, making them more receptive to the therapeutic work. The arrangement and accessibility of art materials within this space further enhance the creative process, encouraging exploration and expression. Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques Komiteen for Sundhedsoplysning

 🌟Unlocking the Power of Art Therapy in Mental Health 🌟 Art therapy is a transformative practice that taps into the creative process to promote mental well-being and personal growth. As Winnicott (1971) emphasized, play is crucial for mental health and development, serving as a form of communication in psychoanalysis. Art therapy extends this concept, using creativity as a bridge to our inner world, allowing for profound emotional expression and healing. 🎨🖌️ With a 25% reduction in NHS mental health beds (Campbell, 2021), the need for innovative therapies like art therapy is more pressing than ever. As Berry (2021) advocates, integrating psychological therapies into acute inpatient wards is crucial to improving patient care and outcomes. It is clear now that art therapy not only helps reduce stress and anxiety but also promotes emotional stability and personal growth. By embracing our innate creativity, we can unlock new pathways to mental and emotional health, enhancing the therapeutic experience and supporting holistic healing! Let's celebrate the transformative power of art therapy and continue to advocate for its integration into mental health care. 🌟🎨 #ArtTherapy #MentalHealth #Winnicott #HealingThroughArt #CreativeHealing Greek Carers Network EPIONI Campus Santé Mentale Saint-Bernard EPIONI | ΕΠΙΟΝΗ Claudio Marques