Therapy through Art

Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation funds art therapy for youth in Abbotsford

Jan 26, 2025 | 7:21 PM

ABBOTSFORD — The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is supporting youth mental health through art therapy sessions offered by the Adolescent Day Treatment Program (ADTP) in Abbotsford. The initiative is meant to help young people process their emotions in a safe and creative environment.

Art therapy has proven to be a powerful tool for those coping with trauma, providing an alternative to verbal expression. By fostering creativity, the therapy helps participants navigate complex emotions and work through challenges they may find difficult to articulate.

“Thanks to their funding, we can provide consistent art therapy sessions that make a real difference in the lives of our youth,” said Kevin Bredeman, a mental health therapist at ADTP East, Foundry Abbotsford. “Many of the participants take pride in the projects they have completed, showcasing their unique voices through their art.”

Those interested in supporting the foundation’s mission to improve mental health care can contact Jassal Lakhbir at Lakhbir.Jassal@fraserhealth.ca or visit the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation website.