ASPM 2023 Conference

Using Creativity to Understand the Whole Person (17659)

Naomi Rutten 1
  1. Dr Naomi Rutten Mental Health GP, Gawler, SA, Australia

 

Overview

 Working with complex systems at times requires thinking outside the box. Join me in exploring creative approaches that can be used when working with clients.

 

Body

Sometimes we feel stuck in how to break through with a client. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of the neuroscience behind a range of creative tools and approaches which can be utilised to not only assess and understand where our clients are, but to help them on their journey. By improving our own range of approaches, we can work with an increasing variety of clients and help find ways to meet them in a place of safety and comfort.

 

Learning Objectives

1. Develop an understanding of neuroscience behind creative approaches

2. Learn a range of new strategies and techniques to work with clients

3. Increase confidence to utilise creative approaches with clients

  1. Malchiodi, C.A. (2021) Creative interventions with traumatized children. New York: The Guilford Press.
  2. Courtois, C. A., & Ford, J. D. (2016). Treatment of complex trauma: A sequenced, relationship-based approach. The Guilford Press.