Untapped Art Therapy is a social enterprise that provides art psychotherapy to help people work through emotional difficulties, especially when communication is challenging . Art therapy is the process of creating art with the guidance and support of a professional art therapist, and is a type of psychotherapy. Through the process of making art, people are able to explore their inner world, develop greater self-awareness, express thoughts and feelings, access creativity and self-esteem, and better cope with stress . Art therapy is proven to be effective in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, addiction, mental health diagnoses, as well as difficulties related to learning or physical disabilities, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Untapped also campaigns for more funding to be available for Art Therapy in Schools and Education, and works hard to raise awareness about the benefits of Art Therapy and creativity for mental well-being . If you are interested in learning more about Untapped’s services, please visit their website at untapped.org.uk.

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