Christmas in the Villages and Happy New Year!

The lights are my husby's favorite.  Places do look nice, but we haven't had much of a winter this year, except for October and the harrowing adventure we had then.  But winter in a bucolic wonderland is quite lovely.  Some musings, after the jump!

Consumer's Guide to Art Therapy

Art therapy is pretty cool.  I'm a fan . . . but I'm also biased, since it's my living.  A lot of people who work in mental health don't understand what art therapy is and even fewer consumers who are looking for a therapist.  There's also a difference between therapists who use art in their practice and art therapists.  After the jump are some things to consider if you're looking for a therapist or get connected with one who is an art therapist.