I had my first practicum supervision tonight. After a brief conversation with my peers I have seen the value in my working with OT's. (occupational therapists) Art therapy, at least in Victoria has a small gap in that it has been separated from the work that these therapists do. (which is phenomenal) My working with one would hugely benefit the local art therapy community in that is creates a new bridge for therapists to work as a team. I am truly excited to learn more about my desired profession and how it fits in with other health care professionals. I hope this placement will work out seeing as it could be such a wonderful opportunity.
I have also learned from some peers further along in there practicums that creating your own placements is an investment in your career that opens doors for others. I may start exploring another opportunity with a friend running an "art as spirituality" group within the Christian community. eeeeeeep!! I've barely started and I am so excited. To be learning and doing and growing=amazing. I really love doing my own research and being amongst like minded people who recognize the value of creativity and the psyche.
God is great...nuff said
My work is primarily colour field expressionism. I use acrylic and gauche paints on raw or primed canvas. Often I use rice or mulberry paper for more delicate pieces. My work is process based, with the subject matter determined at mid-point. In addition to paining, I am currently training as an art therapist. I believe in the power of healing through creativity, and have witnessed first hand the success and reward that comes through the bravery of participants.
Doll
Monday, 13 June 2011
Tuesday, 7 June 2011
Practicum possibilities
So I am finally getting some where with starting some practicums. I have finished one of my intensive sessions with BCSAT (British columbia school of art therapy) and am now looking at starting some art therapy groups. I have been volunteering with mental health and addictions for a couple of years now teaching art. Now with a small amount of instruction under my belt I feel confident in adding art as therapy to my current volunteer group. As I think about what kind of therapist it is that I want to be I find I am constantly changing my mind. I have a heart for mental health and addictions but also in family therapy. (that may just be because I have finished my course in family art therapy.) But if I could help families of those suffering with addiction that would be ideal. So the possible practicums I may start this summer include working solo in withdrawl management services, detox and maybe with an occupational therapist in psychiatrics at the hospital. At present I am a little bit intimidated by some new environments, but look forward to breaking down the barriers and stigmas that I have associated with these populations. God has truly blessed me with this career choice, and if I can serve others the way he has intended, I will be truly happy no matter where I am.
Blessings
M
Blessings
M
Thursday, 2 June 2011
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