“The Benefits of Art Therapy for Children with ADHD and LD” [podcast episode #181]

Stacey Nelson, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC, explains how art therapy, including drawing, painting, and sculpting, can help children with ADHD.

colored pencils art drawing

Listen to “The Benefits of Art Therapy for Children with ADHD and LD” with Stacey Nelson, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC

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Stacey Nelson explains what art therapy is and how it helps children with ADHD and LD.

Listener testimonials:

  • “Love it! The presenter provided great explanations for responding to and reflecting the process of the art, as well as being thorough in covering the basics.”
  • “Awesome — thanks for all the good recommendations!”
  • “Lots of creative ideas that can actually be used. Thank you.”

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