Compassionate Care through Creative Psychotherapy with Nafiseh Emadmostofi
Who Am I ?
I’m Nafiseh Emadmostofi (pronounced as Na-fi-seh or Nafis is OK), Art Therapist (DTATI). With degrees in Psychology from the University of Toronto Mississauga and in Art and Art History from Sheridan College.
- Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).
- Certified Humour Practitioner.
- Certified Laughter Leader.
Gained my Graduate Diploma from Toronto Art Therapy Institute (TATI) and worked with individuals who had severe mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, Developmentally Delayed individuals, eating disorders, dissociative disorders, homelessness and substance abuse to gain experience, supporting individuals in both clinical and community settings. I am certified Humour Practitioner and certified Laughter Leader. I am a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO), the Canadian Art Therapy Association and the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humour.
Let’s be honest. Therapy is messy and not pleasant at all. I combine evidenced-based psychotherapy with expressive power of the arts as well as humour and laughter. Humour and laughter is part of my process, not to minimize pain or mask emotions, but to offer a breathing room. Sometimes a well-timed and therapeutic humour or laughter is the crack in the wall where the light gets in.
What Is Art Therapy?
Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy. It is a clinically supported and a creative process that helps you explore feelings, reduce stress and gain insights through artistic expression. You do not need to be ‘good at art’ (whatever it means). In fact, messy art is an honest art and it never judges back.
In art therapy, I do not teach artistic skills or even care about it. I just use the art to help you explore your emotions and to know yourself.
This is an example of an artwork done in a therapy session. Artworks in art therapy sessions are not artistically executed.
What’s Psychotherapy Doing Here?
Psychotherapy is the classic heart-to-heart talk, but in this case, it is blended with creative tools to dig into the challenges.
We work together to understand patterns, build resilience and sneak up on healing.
Sometimes we talk. Sometimes we draw. Sometimes we do both. Sometimes the art does all the talking.
What Are the Benefits of Art Therapy?
Besides being scientifically proven to support mental health, art therapy can:
- Reduce anxiety and depression symptoms
- Improve focus and self-regulation (helpful for ADHD and Autism)
- Help process trauma or grief without reliving every detail
- Support chronic illness and pain management through creative coping
Are There any Risks in Art Therapy?
Let’s be honest! Self-discovery can be messy. Art Therapy may stir up big emotions or memories. That is why I am here to guide the process, so, you are not overwhelmed by them.
30 minutes free consultation
in this consultation, I ask you about yourself, your goals and challenges, your familiarity with art therapy, your choice of art materials, whether you have art materials or not, your expectations of our sessions, how often we can have therapy sessions, your questions and concerns about art therapy and whether art therapy is a good fit for you.
Confidentiality
Art Therapy sessions are confidential, safe and secure. Whatever happens in the sessions stays there. Sometimes, the confidentiality must be broken, and it is when a client harms themselves or others or is requested by law. In these two situations, confidentiality has to be broken.
I offer online Individual and group art therapy services designed to support your mental and emotional health whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, chronic illness, burnout, perfectionism and cancer.
I use Positive Psychology, Cognitive behavioural Therapy-informed art therapy, Dialectical behavioural-informed art therapy, mindfulness-based art therapy, strengths-based informed art therapy, and humour and laughter therapy to help you build resilience and to cope with your challenges.
- Individual Art Therapy
One-on-one sessions tailored to your needs. It is ideal if you want a personalized approach to explore your inner world at your own pace.
- Group Art Therapy
Group art therapy is a creative connection with maximum of 8 people. Group sessions offer the chance to connect, express and create alongside others.