Students enjoy creating objects as part of an art therapy workshop. Discovering Potential Through Art Therapy
The College of Humanities Student Support Services (CoH SSS) recently teamed up with the Disability Unit to conduct a workshop on “Reaching Your Potential” for students with disabilities.
The CoH SSS strives to meet students’ developmental needs through the use of creative and innovative methods. In this workshop, designed by SSS psychologist Ms Joanne Goss, students participated in different forms of art therapy and storytelling. Art therapy is a psychotherapeutic tool used to express and explore thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. It enhances self-reflection, personal growth and emotional wellbeing.
CoH SSS Manager Ms Angeline Stephens said, ‘We are striving to work more closely with students with disabilities in particular and we are exploring new and creative ways of working with students.’
The students were asked to use coloured play-dough to make objects which represented themselves. The objects had to include various characteristics which reflected their strengths, areas of potential improvement. They also had to mould something indicative of someone in their life they most admire.
The students enjoyed creating objects which ranged from various types of animals to items such as books and globes of the world.
For more information, contact Ms Joanne Goss or Ms Angeline Stephens at the College of Humanities Student Support Services on 031 260 2668.
- Melissa Mungroo