Expressive Arts Workshop with Groups and Water Ceremony

Welcome to the Expressive Arts Workshop with Groups and Water Ceremony! Join us at the McGregor Park Community Centre for a day filled with creativity and healing. This workshop is a unique opportunity to explore the power of art in a group setting and participate in a water ceremony. Connect with others, express yourself through various art forms, and experience the transformative energy of water. No prior art experience is necessary - just bring an open heart and a willingness to explore. We look forward to seeing you there!

About the Event:

Join Veronica for a two hour expressive arts workshop. She will guide the group through theme(s) introduction, contemplative movement (meditation and/or yoga), technique demonstration, creative process, group discussions (sharing circle) and take-home recommendation(s).

What is Expressive Arts Therapy?

Expressive Arts therapy is an integrated, multimodal approach that uses various methods including (but not limited to) writing, music, visual art, drama, photography, movement, storytelling, role playing, dance, music, meditation and mindfulness to help individuals attain personal growth and healing.

Benefits of Expressive Arts:

• Improves focus
• Nurtures emotional growth
• Reduces stress levels
• Encourages self-expression
• Improves social and communication skills
• Creates self-awareness
• Enhances creativity
• Generates new ideas
• Promotes relaxation

The theme(s) of this workshop:

Core Beliefs

What is the goal?

The goal of HarmoniWorks is to build a sacred, supportive community where individuals can share their experiences without judgment. HarmoniWorks intends to support the group by incorporating expressive arts into the workshop to help restore integrity, well-being and resilience of each participant.

Disclaimer:

The purpose of HarmoniWorks’ services is to provide supportive guidance to participants in making life-altering changes. Such services are meant to be educational NOT psychotherapeutic.

Veronica is NOT trained as a therapist. She is NOT a licensed or certified therapist. She does not substitute the work of psychologists, doctors or other healthcare professionals. She does not diagnose, cure, treat or prevent any condition, disease or condition of the body, mind or emotional. She does not give medical or mental health advice, nor does she give religious advice.

Such services provided by HarmoniWorks may cause emotional or physical reactions and/or cause stress. If you think you may have sustained a psychological injury and/or a traumatic injury, think about if you can safely participate in the workshop at this time and/or think about getting the help of other experts who can help you.

Always consult your Medical Provider and/ or Mental Health Provider about any questions or worries you may have about your particular health, medications, herbs, or supplements you are taking, and before participating in this workshop.

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Location: McGregor Park Community Centre, 2231 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON. M1P 2P5 (meeting room)

*Registration only! No walk-ins accepted at this time.

Language of instruction:

English

Intended age group:

18 years and up