Expressive Arts Therapy
Drama Therapy: A Lifeline for Teens Struggling With Mental Health Problems
Drama Therapy: A Lifeline for Teens Struggling With Mental Health Problems Discover the incredible benefits of expressive arts therapy in our latest podcast. This form of drama therapy provides a unique way for young people to explore and express their emotions, challenge defense mechanisms, and improve their understanding of body language and relationships. Through creativity…
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Teen Music Therapy for Mental Health: Expert Techniques & Benefits
Discovery Ranch South not only provides help for struggling girls and teens assigned female at birth, but Discovery Ranch South also helps young women to become the best possible versions of themselves. This process often includes discovering new hobbies or interests. Students typically leave Discovery Ranch South having found new talents and skills through teen…
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Shakespearience
“We know what we are, but not what we may be.” — Ophelia, Hamlet: Prince of Denmark, William Shakespeare By Alex Allred Most people focus on the ranch part of Discovery Ranch for Girls. The word ranch conjures images of dust, boots, and horses. Dust, boots, and horses are a part of life on the…
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Origami Therapy: The Potential in a Piece of Paper
At a residential treatment center for struggling teens, students and employees learn unexpected lessons through origami therapy. I arrive later than I meant to—it’s my first academic experiential, a weekly event held by the school to give the students hands-on learning opportunities. I’m relieved to see that a few of the girls are still on…
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