Art Therapy Journal for LGBTQIA+ Youth: A Guided Art Therapy Journal for Resilience, Emotional Outlet, Creative Self Expression, Insight, Emotional ... and Regulation, Self Care, and Relaxation. Hardcover – July 29, 2023

This Art Therapy Journal was thoughtfully crafted specifically for LGBTQIA+ (or questioning/ curious) Youth. Written by a Clinical Art Therapist & Licensed Therapist, Emily Bell M.A., LPCC; it's structured with inclusive language throughout. The Art Therapy Directives in this guided journal are informed by her years of experience in private practice, supporting children, adults, and families in creative self expression, mental and emotional resilience, and cathartic outlets through art based activities.Art Therapy is a fun, creative, playful, and safe way to express thoughts and emotions, leading to deeper relaxation and stress reduction. This Art Therapy Journal invites the reader to deeper self understanding, offers positive affirmations, uses nature as metaphor, and teaching healthy coping tools through the fun and lighthearted use of the creative arts. Starting an art therapy journal can be a great way to take care of your thoughts and emotions. Many people like art therapy because it is a fun and easy way to express yourself and feel relaxed. To get started, all you will need is a drawing instrument (pen, pencil, marker, crayon, etc.) and this journal. If you want to add a variety of art media, go for it! All humans have an inner artist so get as creative as you want. These pages are written in terms of drawing and writing; however, painting, collage, modeling with clay, or any other art material is welcome. No prior art experience is needed. Read more