Lunch Hour: Sketchbook Chat, and Self-Care Self-Expressive Art Activity, "Bridging the Gap"(G Rated)
Channel: Chats with Ellice, Counselor and Coach
Date: 2020-04-30

In this video, I give my very first virtual show and tell of one of my sketchbooks, which is mostly focused on life studies. I keep the video G-Rated for the sketchbook drawings I share, so there are zero nude studies of the figure featured in this video. I also share one of my self-expression processes, in an arts activity called "Bridging the Gap". It is an activity based in an evidence-based therapy called E.M.D.R., and may be helpful to you as you process your experiences in these times of coronavirus pandemic and stay at home orders --- especially the negative stuck places that feel challenging to know how to navigate. 

This video is designed for all populations, is unscripted and spoken in English, and intended to provide both a break to destress from the current circumstances, as well as give a creative activity you might try and enjoy. 

For those who decide to engage and make artwork based on this activity's framework, I'd love to see and hear what you make. 



If you're seeking a therapist or other professional supportive resources: CounselingCareCircle.com/Covid19
If you would like to join a coronavirus self care group: www.Facebook.com/Groups/Coronavirus.SelfCare.MentalHealth/
More about me: counselingcarecircle.com/about-ellice/

Disclaimer: I do realize this is a limited and very short video touching on some very large realities, and I may not have covered every relevant talking point. Please do share what you would need or like to hear more about, and stay tuned. I'll do my best to help in the way I can. Videos alone about mental health information do not constitute professional support for individuals or groups in a provider-patient relationship. Opinions expressed are solely that of Ellice Park, Licensed Professional Counselor, and do not express the views or opinions of any incorporated companies at-large, nor the hosting sites and platforms where this channel is shared.