About Creative Abilities Therapy
PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
Michelangelo's response when he was asked how did he craft David, this masterpiece of form and beauty? Michelangelo offered this strikingly simple description: He first fixed his attention on the slab of raw marble. He studied it and then “chipped away all that wasn’t David.”
And, just to be clear, you are so much more than a slab of marble! You are a masterpiece! You get the idea. My role as your therapist is to help you "chip away" all that is not you, to support you in trusting yourself, and to empower you to fearlessly open yourself up to new possibilities by accepting your unique qualities, no matter how strange or different they may seem. '"How do we do this Katie?" you may ask. Gently. You and I collaborate, wherever you are emotionally, whatever your circumstances or state of mind, and together we work to find the best approach to address any present or ongoing concerns. As we build a mutual trust, we find a method that makes sense to you, allowing you a new voice, a newfound strength. Once you are comfortable and are ready to experiment with your new skills, you will start to notice what you want more of in your life and will "chip away" what is not useful, releasing outdated, destructive patterns of thought and behavior while adopting a greater sense of well-being and confidence. Let us begin and start "chipping"! Your authentic self awaits!