DR. ELVA ANDERSON

Mental and Emotional Health: 

Dr. Anderson has worked  for over 20 years with children, adolescents,  and adults.

Quoted in Washington Post Magazine Mental Health Crisis Article:   https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2022/03/21/childrens-mental-health-crisis-politicization/ 

Dr. Anderson is trained and certified in multiple integrative practices. As a Consultant in Mindfulness Meditation, Reiki, Reflexology, Aroma Therapy,  Laughter Therapy, and Health Education. 

Creativity: The Creative Process

Dr. Anderson states that "Art Therapy is based on the belief that the creative process is healing and to trust in the creative process.  Through process of art making in a safe holding environment one can express their world view to convey their feelings and/or thoughts.  Using the arts is powerful and the universal language."

What are the benefits of Creative Arts Therapy?

• builds self-worth,
• improves confidence,
• increases self-knowledge,
• helps reduces stress,
• helps build positive coping skills,
• provides an outlet for feelings,
• helps one to explore feelings that are difficult to put into words,
• addresses personal concerns at an individual's own pace,
• restores balance, energy, and trust
• and  more

According to the American Art Therapy Association,
“Art Therapy is a mental health profession in which clients, are facilitated by an art therapist.  

Utilizing art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem.”

For more information visit:
https://www.americanarttherapyassociation.org