Creative Therapy - Guest Article by Jason Lewis
Creative Therapy: How Art and Music Can Help Individuals in Recovery Guest submission by Jason Lewis Creative therapy has been used for decades to help individuals who are suffering from depression, PTSD, and learning disabilities, but you may not realize that it can also help those who are in recovery after a period of substance abuse. Immersing yourself in art and music has multiple benefits, from allowing you to vent negative feelings and learn to cope with them to giving you an expressive outlet and reducing stress. When you’re in recovery, the ability to communicate effectively and handle negative emotions is imperative in helping you heal. Being creative can also help you find gentle ways to be social, which is another key during the recovery process. Taking an art or music class will allow you to connect with other like-minded individuals and possibly even find a new hobby or group of friends , which, in turn, can help you feel supported and strong as you start down a new, sob