Welcome to the sunshine + scribbles blog!
Discover easy-to-implement ideas that can enhance your creative practice or use in your therapy sessions. Dive into various methods and insights that make art therapy so impactful. Get a glimpse into my experiences as a child art therapist and my work with inner child healing for adults.
I hope you find something here that resonates with you.
Supporting Loved Ones with Nail-Biting, Hair-Pulling, or Skin- Picking Habits: What Parents and Partners Can Do to Help with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) like nail-biting, hair-pulling, and skin-picking are more common than most people realize—but because they’re rarely talked about, many who struggle with them feel ashamed or alone. BFRBs aren’t just “bad habits” or forms of self-harm; they’re compulsive behaviors often linked to anxiety, sensory needs, or neurological patterns.
In this blog, I break down common myths about BFRBs, explore how they impact both children and adults, and discuss effective treatment options like Habit Reversal Training (HRT) and Art Therapy. Whether you experience a BFRB yourself or are a parent, partner, or friend of someone who does, understanding these behaviors can help break the cycle of shame and encourage healthier coping strategies.
If you or someone you love struggles with a BFRB, know this: you are not alone, and support is available. Read on to learn more about how to recognize, understand, and manage BFRBs with empathy and science-backed strategies. Labyrinth Art and Wellness is a practice located in Maryland, and we are here to help you and your family overcome body-focused repetitive behaviors!
Expressing Identity Through Art: A Collage Workshop for Transgender Day of Visibility
Art has always been a tool for self-discovery, but when combined with therapy, it becomes a powerful pathway to healing and growth. In my practice as The Outdoor Art Therapist at Labyrinth Art and Wellness, I help individuals use creative expression to deepen self-awareness and foster mental wellness.
While much of my work is one-on-one, I believe community healing is just as vital—especially now. Art has the power to connect, empower, and create space for collective growth.
At Labyrinth Art and Wellness, my mission is to make art therapy accessible to more people in my local communities, demonstrating how creativity supports both mental and physical well-being. I collaborate across Maryland, including Towson, Harbor East, Lutherville, Roland Park, Baltimore, Columbia, Anne Arundel County, Clarksville, Catonsville, Bel Air, Phoenix, and Perry Hall, bringing therapeutic art experiences to those who need them most.
