Discover how art therapy can support children on the autism spectrum and learn how to access autism funding in Kelowna. Find practical steps, resources, and expert insights to get started.

“Authentic Athletes” began as a workshop I designed in grad school, rooted in my lived experience as a competitive figure skater and coach. The goal? To bring art therapy into the world of sport—where mental health often takes a backseat to performance.

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses creative processes—like drawing, painting, sculpting, or collage—to help people explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It's based on the idea that the act of making art can be healing and transformative, even if you're not an artist.