Art as Wellness
Art possesses a profound ability to shape and enhance your mental health. Beyond the aesthetic pleasure it provides, engaging with art can be a transformative experience, offering a therapeutic outlet for emotions and fostering self-reflection. Whether through painting, music, literature, or other expressive mediums, art has the capacity to evoke emotions, stimulate creativity, and provide a means of communication that transcends language. The act of creating art, as well as immersing oneself in the creations of others, has been linked to reduced stress, increased emotional resilience, and an overall improvement in mental well-being.
OPAC has created a series of creative activities that you can try at home to nurture your own mental health.
Art as Wellness
Semillas Counseling Reflection Journal
Semillas Counseling Reflection Journal
Squiggly Lines Art Project - Art As Wellness
Create a "Calm Book" - Art As Wellness
Art as Wellness - Water Color Circles
Art as Wellness - Lego Block Printing
Art as Wellness - Rock Painting
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Local Resources
Wellness Everyday
Wellness Everyday website is committed to supporting the mental, physical and social health of all individuals living within our community. By providing education, resources and information on the latest programs and projects offered within our community, we believe the Wellness of our Ventura County community can belong to each of us.
CalHOPE
CalHOPE builds community resiliency and helps people recover from disasters through free outreach, crisis counseling, and support services. Services include:
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Individual and Group Crisis Counseling and Support
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Individual and Public Education
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Community Networking and Support
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Connection to Resources
Crisis and Referral Line
The Crisis and Referral Line is the access point to access Ventura County Health Services. They provide support to individuals and families in crisis, including those facing mental health or addiction issues.
Crisis and Referral Line:
1-866-998-2243
Lifeline for Crisis and Suicide; Call or text: 988
Substance Abuse Treatment Services Access Line:
1-844-385-9200
Know The Signs
Know the Signs is a statewide suicide prevention social marketing campaign built on three key messages: Know the signs. Find the words. Reach out. This campaign is intended to educate how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, how to find the words to have a direct conversation with someone in crisis and where to find professional help and resources.
MentalHealth.gov
The purpose of NAMI Ventura County is to advocate to provide support and crisis services for those affected by neurological disorders including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression, borderline personality disorder, OCD, panic disorder, severe anxiety, co-occurring mental disorders and addictive disorders.
Our Partners
