Show Notes
Do you find it easy to express yourself? If so, how do you like to do it?
This week I'm talking to art psychotherapist Charlotte Daley. She works predominantly with children and young people, helping them interpret and express their emotions whilst they create a piece of art. It's a form of therapy that I've benefitted from in the past, so I wanted to bring it to you and discuss some of the theory behind it. So off I went to Crystal Palace in London to meet Charlotte and make some artwork.
Follow the Wellbeing Lab social media channels if you want to see my final piece: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. You can also email [email protected] with your thoughts and feedback. Or send me pictures of your artwork. I'd love to see them.
You can see more from Charlotte on her Instagram, or on her website.
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