In order to live my life spherically, I like to participate in a variety of creative projects. I believe in the power of the creative process to reduce stress, increase resilience, create personal understanding, and boost happiness. I am currently studying to become an Art Therapist at the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. Art Therapy is a mental health profession that combines the process of creative art expression with models of counseling and psychotherapy to enhance emotional, physical, and mental health. Art Therapy provides the client with an opportunity to explore personal problems and potentials, resolve conflicts, and facilitate self-awareness and understanding. Art Therapy encourages the expression of emotions through a variety of artistic activities and materials. The Vancouver Art Therapy Institute (VATI) is a recognized training facility by the Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA) and the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).