This training is designed for mental health professionals seeking to integrate expressive and somatic approaches into their clinical practice, particularly when working with clients who have experienced trauma. Given the complex impact of trauma on the nervous system, creative interventions can play a vital role in fostering safety, containment, and emotional regulation. Art-making offers a nonverbal, embodied pathway for clients to process their experiences at a pace that feels manageable and empowering.
Participants will explore a range of expressive modalitiesā€”such as visual art, movement, and guided imageryā€”while deepening their understanding of the body's role in trauma recovery. Emphasis will be placed on somatic awareness, the mind-body connection, and the application of polyvagal theory to support nervous system regulation. Through this integration of artistic expression and somatic practices, clinicians will gain tools to support clients in reconnecting with their inner resilience and cultivating a deeper sense of safety and embodiment in the healing process.
