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HEALING THROUGH CREATIVITY WORKSHOP
DATE Jan 2025
TIME 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Venice Artist Studio
Join licensed psychotherapist Elena Gonzalez, LCSW, and artist Stephanie Waisler-Rubin for an unforgettable journey of self-expression and connection. In this fun, introspective art-making experience, you'll be guided step-by-step to unlock your creativity, dive deep into your emotions, and explore new ways of processing life’s challenges.
Together, we will create a safe, supportive space where you can freely express yourself, connect with others, and tap into the healing power of art. This is more than just a class—it's an experience that will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and connected to your inner self.
Throughout the 8-hour workshop, participants will begin with qigong in the garden to ground and center your energy, while opening up our creative flow. Then in the studio we will create unique, large-scale, chakra-inspired collages, tapping into stored energy, thoughts, and emotions.
As you move through this artistic journey, we will offer a therapeutic space to process emotions or insights that arise.
COST $265.00
Includes curated art materials, snacks and light refreshments
DAILY SCHEDULE
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9:00-9:20 am: Welcome with coffee & introductions in the studio – connect, sip, and get ready for a creative day!
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9:30-10:00 am: Qi Gong in the garden with Elena – start the day by grounding your energy in nature.
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10:15-10:30 am: A gentle intro to the chakra system with Stephanie & Elena – open yourself to new possibilities.
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10:30 am-12:30 pm: Collage working session – dive into your creativity and let your intuition guide you.
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12:30-1:00 pm: Processing session 1 with Elena – reflect and discuss your experience so far.
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1:00-1:30 pm: Nourishing lunch break – enjoy a relaxing meal and recharge.
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1:30-4:15 pm: Collage working session – continue crafting and creating with renewed energy.
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4:15-5:00 pm: Final critique & processing session – share, celebrate, and process your work together.
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HEALISTA
At Healista, we believe everybody has the power to make a change and cope in a healthy, lasting way. That’s why our approach to psychotherapy is founded on the belief that a person (and their mental health) is much more than their individual experiences, behaviors, and narratives. We work with our clients to understand the bigger picture of their wellbeing, so they can find clarity, heal trauma and move forward in their own life.
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Elena Gonzalez
Elena is a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, teens, and families. She combines eastern and western philosophies, using trauma-informed, resilience, and attachment-based techniques. Her approach includes practices like the Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), Dynamic Attachment Repatterning (DARE), and Brainspotting. Elena provides honest, direct guidance wrapped in warmth, helping clients embrace life’s messiness while co-creating tools to navigate challenges.