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Teen Girls Support Group – Expressive Arts Therapy

Posted on January 1, 2016 Written by Allison Spitzer Leave a Comment

Support Group for High School Girls

She’ll  express, examine, and learn to  transform those issues, behaviors or social patterns which have not served her well through relaxing and engaging art, crafts, drama, games and coaching. This is a safe, supportive forum for girls to process,  reflect, share experiences and gain wisdom and coping skills  while enjoying the creative process.

Saturdays mornings beginning mid January! Limited space available. For specific info on location, times, fees, please contact me, Allison Spitzer, M.A. at 203-218-2200

Filed Under: ADD/ADHD, Adolescent Issues, Alternative Therapies, Anxiety, Anxiety Treatment, ART Therapy, Attention Deficit Disorder, Behavioral Problems, Communication Breakdowns, Depression Therapist, depression treatment, Family Conflicts, Fears, Hopelessness, Immaturity, Introversion, Kids & School, Peer Problems, Social Media Anxiety, Social Problems, Stress Management, Teen Anxiety, Teen counseling, Teen Troubles

NEW SUPPORT GROUP: Overweight Women Having Fun With Arts N Crafts!

Posted on July 17, 2015 Written by Allison Spitzer Leave a Comment

(Expressive Therapy) Arts, Crafts, tips and tools for navigating life’s challenges in a thin world! Time for talk and relaxing expressive arts fun.

A safe, judgement free, upbeat, lift your spirit night out. No kvetching. Staying positive, creating something beautiful, and making connections. For details contact me directly! Why not have fun while talking things over? Call/contact/email for location, dates and fee details. Do it now if you’re sick of being alone or cranky!

Filed Under: ART Therapy, Coping Skills, Hopelessness, Low Self Esteem, Poor Self Image, Self Help, Stress Management, Therapeutic Coaching, Uncategorized, Women's Issues

For Parents of Teens, Tweens, & Kids Who Hate Camp!

Posted on May 26, 2015 Written by Allison Spitzer Leave a Comment

Just published. Happening SOON! Trumbull Times article ….. Creative Arts Build Self Esteem, Social Skills, & Leadership

Filed Under: Adolescent Issues, ART Therapy, Life Skills, Self Esteem, Uncategorized

Quick Links for Anxiety & Stress Management: DIY!

Posted on March 5, 2015 Written by Allison Spitzer Leave a Comment

Some quick antidotes for minor stress, anxiety, boredom or when you just feel “off.” They’re free! They’re fun! Do them yourself or share the joy. Spend 5 minutes or an evening. Here are  MOOD massages you can give yourself!

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1. Color your own Mandala! http://printmandala.com There are lots of free designs here to download. Just print out and play. Oh. Buy some markers first! This can be a meditative, calming experience or an exercise in focus that’s a real “blast from your past.” Why shouldn’t grownups get to color? No talent or creative vision needed. And no one will care if you’re not staying “in the lines!”

2.  Watch this daily online slideshow from Shakti Gawain, the pioneer of creative visualization–a technique I use with many of my clients that produces great results. http://soulfulliving.com/inspiration

3. Breathe. Pay attention. It only takes two minutes. Remarkable how quickly our physical response is to focused breath work. Here’s the “How To” guide from the original research by H. Benson, Md.  http://relaxationresponse.org/steps/

Let me know how it goes……!

Filed Under: ART Therapy, Meditation, Self Help, Stress, Stress Management, Uncategorized

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