Reclaiming Self Through Art: A Creative Healing Journey

Info: Check-in prompt: “What do I show the world… and what do I hide?”
 Movement: Gentle body scan and stretch to notice where we hold emotion
 Art Activity: Create a two-sided mask—outer persona vs. inner truth

 Journaling: “What does my inner self want to be seen or heard?”
 Therapeutic Focus: Begin building self-awareness and emotional safety by
externalizing hidden parts of self

Info:  Check-in prompt: “What does my inner chaos look like? Where does it live in
my body?”
 Movement: Expressive movement (guided or freeform) to release stored tension
 Art Activity: Create an abstract “storm map” with color, texture, and line
 Journaling: “What am I carrying that needs to be seen or felt?”
 Therapeutic Focus: Non-verbal emotional processing, nervous system
regulation, and safe trauma exploration

Info:  Check-in prompt: “What has kept me rooted? What gives me light?”
 Movement: Grounding practice (barefoot, slow walking, or standing breathwork)
 Art Activity: Create a collage or mixed-media piece with images of strength and
growth
 Journaling: “What inner resources have helped me survive? What do I want to
grow now?”
 Therapeutic Focus: Reframing adversity into resilience, deepening self-
compassion, and recognizing support systems

Info:  Check-in prompt: “Who am I becoming?”

 Movement: Gentle celebratory movement or visualization of stepping into your
future self
 Art Activity: Create a personal symbol or affirmation piece (flag, crest, mantra,
or future self-portrait)
 Journaling: “What parts of myself am I reclaiming? What do I want to carry
forward?”
 Therapeutic Focus: Integrating the journey, affirming growth, and reclaiming
identity with confidence and clarity

Host or Publisher Wilkinson Growth Partners