Contributed By: Rebecca Cooper, LMFT, LPCC, CEDS, Author, Founder
People with eating disorders often struggle with identifying feelings. In fact, the eating disorder it often an attempt to suppress feelings of rage, depression, anxiety, loss, and powerlessness.
Art therapy allows these feelings to safely emerge on the paper while providing new insights and awareness. Art therapy provides freedom of expression and promotes self-efficacy.
An Important Part of Therapy