How creative expression supports healing in online art therapy.

There are moments in life when our inner world feels difficult to express—when words don’t quite capture the depth of what we’re carrying. If you’re living with the impact of trauma, you might know this feeling well. Experiences can become stored in the body, in images, in sensations—sometimes long before we ever had words to describe them.

This is where creative therapy can offer something meaningful.

Through online art therapy, you are invited to explore your experiences in ways that go beyond talking. This might include using art materials, exploring imagery, tuning into the body, or working with metaphor. It’s a gentle, flexible approach that creates space for things that can be hard to explain.

Creative expression can help make sense of feelings that feel fragmented or confusing. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or healing from trauma, this kind of work supports you in accessing deeper layers of understanding—at your own pace, in your own way.

You do not need to be “good at art.” In fact, no prior experience with art-making is necessary. Expressive arts therapy isn’t about creating something perfect—it’s about being present with yourself. Often, simply making a mark, choosing a colour, or shaping something with your hands is enough to begin the process of connection.

When working online, we might use materials that you already have at home—such as pens, pastels, paper, collage, or found objects. Or we might simply use imagination, imagery, or movement. Many clients are surprised by how naturally this unfolds, even over video. As your therapist, I will support you in creating a safe, grounded space where you can explore what feels meaningful.

One of the strengths of online creative therapy is that it offers the same depth and richness as in-person work, with the added benefit of being accessible from the comfort of your own home. This can feel especially important when working with trauma, where creating a sense of safety is key.

Over time, the process may bring insight, emotional release, or a renewed sense of wholeness. You might begin to feel more connected to yourself, more compassionate toward your own story, and more able to move forward.

In our sessions, we’ll work collaboratively. I may gently invite you to notice what arises—an image, a sensation, a memory—and explore it through creative means. Together, we’ll hold space for whatever emerges, always with care and sensitivity.

If you are curious about online art therapy and how it might support your healing, I’d be glad to speak with you.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking a new way to connect with yourself, creative therapy can offer a path forward.