Your Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross explores the powerful connection between creativity and wellbeing. The book blends neuroscience, psychology and personal reflection to show how the arts are not just an optional extra but a fundamental part of being human. It explains how music, movement, storytelling and visual expression can reduce stress, strengthen relationships and even support physical healing. The writing is accessible and engaging, making complex scienc

“Neurographic art making has made me feel more inspired again in my art therapy sessions. This one is water themed which just sorta emerged through the fluid lines.“ This participant gave me permission to share #neurographicart #neurographic #neurographicartwork #neurographicartist #neurographicarttherapy

“The process of creating this artwork was long but therapeutic. I drew out what I wanted to do, and then I followed a technique I saw on Instagram. I mixed PVA, water, paint, and paper towels, using tweezers to place them on the board. I started with the black before moving on to the colours” This participant gave me consent to share #homersimpson #thesimpsons #thesimpsonsmeme #thesimpsonsart #simpsonsart #homersimpsonart

International Pronouns Day in 2025 is on October 15th! Pronouns are the words we use to talk about a person when we are not using their name. These might be they/them, she/her, he/him, or other pronouns, including neopronouns like zie/zir or xe/xem. Some people use one set of pronouns (e.g., Rae’s pronouns are they/them), and some use more than one (e.g., Alex’s pronouns are zie/zir and they/them interchangeably). It is important to respect everyone’s pronouns. When it comes

“This artwork was inspired by my difficult friend, Monstera adansonii (Swiss Cheese Plant), which I struggled to keep alive. I added more holes to it because I wished it had more. I coloured it purple based on an alien creature called Avali.” This participant gave me consent to share #arttherapy #artstherapy #artpsychotherapy #artspsychotherapy #naturearttherapy #artastherapy #artistherapy

Finding Euphoria Art Therapy Groups Finding Euphoria is an 8 week Art Therapy Group thats supports transgender and gender diverse folks and those questioning their gender to use art to explore what trans joy looks like for them in their future! When: 6:30pm - 9:00pm Mondays 27th of October - 15th of December Where: 2 Manallack Street, Brunswick Cost: $600 paid in 20 weekly $30 instalments Register: https://linktr.ee/craftyourresponse Reach out to @craft.your.response for any

“Art is our one true global language.... It speaks to our need to reveal, heal, and transform. It transcends our ordinary lives and lets us imagine what is possible.” - Richard Kamler This participant gave me consent to share #arttherapy #artpsychotherapy #artstherapy #artspsychotherapy #creativearttherapy #creativeartstherapy

Coming Out Day 2025 is on October 11. Coming out isn’t the only story. Some of us prefer to be called in. Calling in can mean inviting others into our truth on our own terms, in our own time. It is about safety, trust, and connection. It can also mean when others make space for us, affirm us, and invite us to belong. It shifts the focus from disclosure to community. Instead of a person having to announce who they are, calling in reminds us that we can also be welcomed and rec

I have just finished reading The Evidence Based EFT Manual by Peta Stapleton and Naomi Janzen. It’s a clear and structured guide to using Clinical EFT in therapeutic settings. There is no fluff or energy talk, just well researched technique grounded in solid evidence and clinical practice. The manual walks through the foundational steps in detail and then expands into therapeutic applications. It covers trauma work, adaptations for children, and maintaining fidelity to the pr

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October 8 is International Lesbian Day! This day is a time to celebrate love, visibility, and the power of community. It honours lesbian...

“I came up with the idea of what if the muppets did a parody of Little shop of Horrors.“ This participant gave me consent to share ...

Talking with Pride Back for Term 4! A FREE Art Therapy Group for LGBTIQA+ Young People (15-25) Our Talking with Pride Art Therapy group...

“I drew this Labubu Donut with the icing and some sprinkles. I liked to draw this because I like it and the colouring.“ This participant...

October is Polyennic Pride Month! Also recognised as ADHD Awareness Month, this is a time to celebrate the richness of polyennic minds,...

This book is sharp, generous, and unforgettable. From the very first page, it sets the tone for a work that is as much about survival as...

“One day, when I live alone, I would love to wake up to a backyard like this. It would be so refreshing to me. I love the scenery with...

“This is Infernal Gosdove (they/them). They are native to brain space where they are the keystone predator. They mate for life in a...

BFRB Awareness Week: October 1 to 7, 2025 Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours (BFRBs) include actions like hair pulling, skin picking, and...