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I attended the University of Guelph for a major in Studio Art and a minor in Family Child Studies. I then applied to the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute and completed a 15 month diploma program to earn my certificate as a Certified Art Therapist. I am also a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Through my time at VATI, I completed various practicums where I worked with children, adolescents, and seniors who had experienced grief, loss, trauma, and anxiety. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f517ce01347e137c2f5a2cf/059b843e-079b-44d6-8c02-cd49f655745c/laura-chouette-MHVgoCZ0D-M-unsplash.jpg About Me - During my practicums for VATI, I had the opportunity to work with children and was inspired by their ability to express themselves through art. The Art Therapy room became a safe space for them to explore their emotions and process grief, trauma, bullying, and fear. Today, I mainly work with children and adolescents to help them overcome difficult emotions and develop coping strategies. In the future, I hope to propose an Art Therapy program in elementary schools that is easily accessible to children, providing them with the support they need to process challenging life events. To learn the benefits of Art Therapy for children, click the link below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f517ce01347e137c2f5a2cf/ac9b2755-9a00-4fe6-9c1f-49faee4c2bf7/laura-adai-s6U7Gq93UU8-unsplash.jpg About Me - As an Art Therapist in London, Ontario, I bring empathy and understanding to each session. I am committed to educating myself on the most up-to-date and accurate information pertaining to Art Therapy. I am a member of the Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA) which is a wonderful community that is devoted to the profession of Art Therapy. 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