“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.

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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.”
Related recommended resources:
- How Art Therapy Tames Impulsivity, Distractibility, and Anxiety
- The Parents’ Guide to Art Therapy Techniques & Projects
- Toy Stories: Play Therapy for Children with ADHD
- Music Therapy: Sound Medicine for ADHD
- eBook: Mindfulness and Other Natural Treatments for ADHD Symptoms
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