The Somatic Art Therapy Circle is an invitation to explore and strengthen your mind-body connection through the creative process. With a focus on sensation, mindfulness, and experimentation, this Somatic Art Therapy Circle is a creative way to engage in self-expression, self-regulation, and self-awareness. No art experience is required— just gentle curiosity and the willingness to […]
Come enjoy a fun morning of play with Luisa. Connect with other parents and enjoy our beautiful Children’s Area with your child. Running from January 7th- March 25th, every Wednesday from 9:00-12:00. Free for members. For non-members, use your 10 Visit Pass or $10 drop-in per session.
Our After School Family Art Therapy Studio is a free, drop-in program for parents and their children ages 5-10 years old. Art therapy provides a supportive environment for families to explore the benefits of art making. The creative process promotes self-confidence, self-expression, and connection. Both parents and children are encouraged to make art. An optional […]
Journalling is a fabulous practice for our mental and emotional well-being. It helps us name what we’re experiencing, ask questions about it, and invite our wise self to show us what’s needed in this moment. Bring your favourite journal and pen and join Jessica for a facilitated evening of reflection. Both written journalling and collage […]
This event is for mothers local to Nanaimo and the surrounding areas. This group is not exclusive to first-time mothers and does not discriminate based on the age of your children. If you are a mother of any sort, you are welcome! This healing circle is a gathering place for mothers to connect with one […]
We are excited to collaborate with Bella Doyle to bring you an afternoon of exploring art journalling. Bella will have materials and prompts available to give you a taste of art journalling. Art journalling is a creative form of self-expression that can include a variety of mediums including collage, painting, drawing, doodling and writing. An […]
Nanaimo Moms, you’re invited to start your week off well! Mom’s Morning Reset is your chance to get out of the house, connect with other parents and engage in your own self-care with childcare provided. Our typical morning will look like: 9:00-9:30 arrive and get kids settled into the Kids Area with Luisa. 9:30-10:30 facilitated […]
Join for a casual and creative evening at Craft and Conversation every Monday night. This is a self-led activity, so use our materials provided to make a new craft or project of your preference, or bring one from home! We have a wide variety of paints, watercoloring, drawing tools, magazines, canvases, stickers/decals, collaging + scrapbooking […]
Poetry invites us to slow down, pay attention and perhaps shift our perspective. Choosing from a variety of modern poets, facilitator Debra Thorne will guide participants through a practice of listening and noticing the particular insight or wisdom a poem might have for us. Debra has many years of experience facilitating and guiding groups. You can […]
The Somatic Art Therapy Circle is an invitation to explore and strengthen your mind-body connection through the creative process. With a focus on sensation, mindfulness, and experimentation, this Somatic Art Therapy Circle is a creative way to engage in self-expression, self-regulation, and self-awareness. No art experience is required— just gentle curiosity and the willingness to […]
