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Arts & Emotions
- Art therapy workshops and events in small groups -
In feel good places around Lisbon -
For those who have an interest in both arts and psychology/well-being and are curious to make the 2 fields work together.
This group is coordinated by Anne-Claire Hoyaux, certified art therapist and accredited professional coach (ACC-ICF). She offers private sessions (on-line + Lisbon) and facilitates group workshops in Portugal, for adults and children. She founded and curates events for the Creative Therapies Collective for expats working and studying in this field in Portugal.
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Course: Essentials of Art As Therapy
Sofia in Monsaraz, Rua do Chafariz, nº 6 Aldeia do Outeiro, Reguengos de Monsaraz, PTAnne-Claire Hoyaux will be offering a hands-on introduction to the principles and practice of art therapy. Designed for anyone curious about the healing power of arts, this retreat offers a unique blend of learning, self-exploration, and creative expression in a supportive small group setting.
Through guided art-making sessions and reflective exercises, you’ll experience firsthand how artistic processes can support emotional well-being, mental health, and personal growth. You will discover a multimodal approach which weaves together various art media, including painting, drawing, writing, 3D creations, theatre improvisation, movement, and audiovisuals.
No artistic skills or background in psychology are required for this introductory course — simply a willingness to explore and engage. You will leave with practical tools and insights to begin integrating art as a therapeutic resource in your personal or professional life, along with a deeper understanding of the transformative potential of creativity.
The retreat will also introduce you to the foundations of the therapist’s posture, learning how to receive emotions with presence, hold a safe, non-judgmental and containing space, and maintain the delicate balance between empathy and therapeutic distance.
In between the introductory sessions to art therapy, you will have the possibility to enjoy yoga lessons, wine and olive tasting, local healthy food, and countryside walks. There will also be a chance for you to visit the beautiful Alentejo towns of Monsaraz and Evora.
Watch a video showing where the retreat will take place and what the format will look like : https://youtube.com/shorts/52qWzSYpD_I?si=k1Cc2xN0fADRU7Q8
The course will take place in a beautiful domain in Monsaraz: Sofia in Monsaraz. Bookings are open. Details and link here. The retreat is confirmed with a minimum of 8 participants.
Languages: The course will be delivered in English. Portuguese and French spoken too.
Anne-Claire Hoyaux is a certified art therapist and professional coach based in Lisbon, Portugal.
To know more about Anne-Claire's work visit her website or her social media.
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