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The Meaning of Mental Health – and how to help it

As we have come to the close of Mental Health Month (May), let’s talk about it! There has been amazing awareness of mental health – companies have mental health days, people of all backgrounds are speaking about and prioritising their mental health, more people are seeking therapy, and there is less stigma around mental health… But [...]

The Meaning of Mental Health – and how to help it2025-06-10T12:17:57+01:00

Unlocking Emotions: How Play Therapy Transforms Children’s Mental Health

Introduction In the journey of childhood, where words often fall short, play steps in as a profound communicator. The Arts of Change (AoC) highlights the transformative power of play therapy in helping children express and process their emotions creatively. Through play, children can explore their inner world, communicate fears or joys, and navigate complex emotions [...]

Unlocking Emotions: How Play Therapy Transforms Children’s Mental Health2025-03-28T15:50:57+00:00

The AoC, The AoC Trust, and ACC Christmas Closure Period

Hi all. The festive season is upon us and The AoC, The AoC Trust, and ACC Contact Centre will be closing their doors for 2-weeks. We will break up at 1:00 pm on Friday 20th December 2024 and return on Monday 6th January 2025 to welcome all of our lovely clients, staff and Therapeutic Clinicians [...]

The AoC, The AoC Trust, and ACC Christmas Closure Period2025-02-25T16:43:33+00:00

8 Traits of Flow

  Want to increase your well-being, creativity, and productivity? If so, cultivate flow, a concept describing those moments when you are completely absorbed in a challenging but doable task. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, considered one of the co-founders of positive psychology, was the first to identify and research flow. (If you are unsure how to pronounce his name, [...]

8 Traits of Flow2024-07-04T12:18:15+01:00

Using Attachment Theory in Therapy: A Guide for Clients

Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby and expanded by Mary Ainsworth, offers a profound understanding of how early relationships with caregivers shape our emotional and relational lives. Today, attachment theory is a vital tool in therapy, helping clients navigate and heal from relational and emotional difficulties. This article will explore how to use attachment theory [...]

Using Attachment Theory in Therapy: A Guide for Clients2024-06-24T13:34:17+01:00

Exploring TikTok’s ‘Shadow Work’ Trend: A Guide to Shadow Work Prompts

Exploring TikTok's 'Shadow Work' Trend: A Guide to Shadow Work Prompts Social media opens many doors for conversation and has an amazing power to bust taboos. TikTok, in particular, accelerates this, especially among those under 25 – where trends drive creators to explore topics. And lately, a trend called Shadow Work and Shadow Work Prompts has [...]

Exploring TikTok’s ‘Shadow Work’ Trend: A Guide to Shadow Work Prompts2024-01-16T09:43:11+00:00

How to feel less lonely or isolated

How to feel less lonely or isolated If you’ve arrived at this page because you typed in ‘lonely’, ‘loneliness’, or ‘isolation’, we’d like to say a big, warm hello from all of us at the Arts of Change Trust in Dudley. You are not on your own anymore – we’re here for you.  We all feel [...]

How to feel less lonely or isolated2023-09-12T12:35:35+01:00

Neurodiversity and autism-friendly days out in the West Midlands

Neurodiversity and autism-friendly days out in the West Midlands At the AoC Trust in Dudley, we understand that the summer is often a chance to relax, spend time with family and friends, and explore. But for some, the busy summer period can be triggering, with lots of people, noise, and heat - a bit of [...]

Neurodiversity and autism-friendly days out in the West Midlands2023-07-31T10:56:57+01:00
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