By Viviana Ni “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life” ———– Pablo Picasso A picture is worth a thousand words; when words are not enough, the non-verbal approach of art-making can help express unspeakable emotion. What is Art Therapy Art Therapy is a marriage of art and psychology.  It integrates psychotherapeutic … Continued

By Carrie Jones, LCSW                One of the most common traits I see among clients I counsel here in Shanghai is perfectionism.  Expats here tend to be extremely high-achievers.  Some have excelled in their work and been sent here on high level job assignments (or have come supporting those on high level assignments which can … Continued

By Carrie Jones, LCSW Do you ever feel bored, stuck in a rut, or like you’re simply going through the motions, just doing what it takes to get from one day to the next without much thought or energy directed to what you really want to do with your life?  In some ways it is … Continued