Therapeutic Art with Kit Ripley

Did you know creativity helps address emotional, social and spiritual needs? Did you know visual art supports cognitive development and problem-solving skills? Tune in to learn how the process of creating art can contribute to health and well-being for everyone. Kit asserts that the artwork itself matters as much as the process:  “To say that the art product doesn’t matter is to say, ‘I don’t take you seriously. You’re not a REAL artist.’” We also talk about Choosing the right medium for your current emotional state Working through fears around creating art How the act of creating builds a sense of agency Benefits of doing art in a group setting Finding an art therapist to work with and more. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? Take a screenshot and share it with your friends … tag @ResilientExpats. You might also like: Episode 2 - Staying Rooted By Tuning Into Your Artistic Expression, with Fiona Valentine ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST: Kit Ripley is an active artist, therapeutic art facilitator, cross-cultural worker, and ordained pastor. As an American who has lived a third of her life in Asia, she has a particular compassion for those who struggle with cross-cultural stress, transitions, and loss. She specializes in helping people process trauma, depression, or anxiety by reinforcing their own inner resilience. Kit is currently working toward an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Art Therapy at Lesley University. CONNECT with Kit Ripley: Email ABOUT YOUR HOST: Kim Adams is an American raising three daughters along with her math-teaching husband of 20 years. She loves photography, reading, thunderstorms, walking on the beach, camping where there are no bugs, and has a weakness for mint chocolate chip ice cream.  To set up a conversation with Kim to learn how she can support you, go to ResilientExpats.com/Adapt and hit “Apply Now.” CONNECT WITH KIM:  Email Resilient Expats LLC website Facebook page Free Parents Community on Facebook 1:1 Support to smooth your transitions & maximize your expat experience