Irene Capuchino, MA, LMFT, LPCC, ATR-BC
Art Therapy for Trauma Recovery and Neurological Healing
Art therapy provides a powerful pathway to healing for individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and survivors of abuse by addressing the complex ways trauma and neurological conditions disrupt the brain's natural processing systems. Trauma and TBI often dysregulate the nervous system, leading to heightened sensory sensitivity, difficulty filtering stimuli, problems with emotional regulation, and challenges in integrating sensory information—leaving individuals feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from their bodies, or unable to access memories and emotions safely.
Rebuilding Neural Pathways Through Creative Expression
Through carefully selected sensory-rich art materials and trauma-informed techniques, art therapy helps rebuild neural pathways by engaging the brain's neuroplasticity, allowing clients to gradually reintegrate sensory experiences in a controlled, therapeutic environment. The non-verbal nature of artistic expression is particularly beneficial for trauma survivors and TBI clients, as it bypasses the language centers that may be compromised by traumatic experience, providing access to healing through visual, tactile, and kinesthetic channels.
Restoring Mind-Body Connection and Resilience
This approach helps restore the connection between mind and body, rebuilds tolerance for sensory input, develops healthy coping mechanisms for emotional overwhelm, and creates new neural patterns that support resilience and recovery—all while honoring the survivor's pace and ensuring they maintain a sense of safety and control throughout the healing process.
"Art is a wound turned into light." — Georges Braque
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Contact Irene directly with questions, or to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation:
or phone:
408-643-2283