Art Therapy

For individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), art can be an ideal means of expression. Autism is commonly if mistakenly, associated more with logical thinking than creative expression.But recent research suggests we might need to rethink our news on creativity and autism. For ASD children, art gives them a degree of control over their learning experience. With the right approach, children on the autistic spectrum can benefit from the art activities. Many children will find a sense of calm, inspiration and sensory fulfilment in the art room. Non-verbal autistic children can often communicate through art. For these children, making art can be a key to their inner thoughts and a way for others to get to know them. Eventually, art could help such a child to find their voice.

• Art Therapy is a type of psychotherapy, to influence people to think deeper into their thoughts and feelings.
• It can be seen as ways in which a person can express themselves using creativity.
• Art therapy is used in different ways for many different reasons.

There can be many benefits from art therapy for children with autism and learning disabilities.

• Different ways of communication through symbols.
• Art is normally used through creativity, where knowing there is no wrong is important.
• It can help to explore certain Feelings.
• It can provide a ‘safe way’ around certain feelings.
• It is enjoyable and fun for the artist to let go.

Four different types of art therapies will be practiced at Miracle.

• Painting and Drawing.
• Arts and Crafts.
• Clay modelling and Sculpting.
• Photography.