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Expressive Arts TherapistDescription:
I work in the west end of Toronto, the Junction area, and my hours of operation vary. I work mostly with children and youth one-on-one, as well as groups of seniors and adults. People come to me to work on some of the following issues: self-esteem, self exploration/expression, intimacy issues, eating disorders, grief, loss, identity issues, depression, learning, emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental delays, and difficulties with life transitions. Credentials: B.A. Humanities/Art History McMaster A.M.I. Montessori Teaching Diploma Certificate in Adult Education from University of Manitoba Diploma in Expressive Arts Therapy, ISIS Canada Additional training: CPR/First Aid, narrative therapy for anxiety with children and youth, narrative therapy for trauma, crisis prevention intervention, suicide prevention and intervention, psychotherapy and the arts training. Professional affiliations: Ontario Expressive Arts Therapy Association Areas of expertise & experience: Working with children and youth who have experienced trauma, and transitional, emotional, learning and behavioural challenges. I also work with people with developmental disabilities and seniors. Arts Practice: Visual arts, collage, sculpture, mixed media, dance/movement, hula hooping, play, puppetry, story telling, music ( novice level) and poetry Languages: English, a little French, Japanese and Spanish Contact: Tel#: 647-834-5435 Website: www.ruthwilgress.com Email: wilgress2002@yahoo.com |