Art for the Heart Dr. Kathryn Vecchio

Send Tim a message about this episodeAs the executive director of The Vecchio Group, Art for the Heart, Kathryn Vecchio has witnessed firsthand how using art in groups significantly positively impacts mental health.Kathryn always had a passion for art, helping others, and understanding oneself. It’s like the great artists gave her messages throughout her life. While in college, Kathryn saw a statue of Socrates. The inscription said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” This moment was profound in Kathryn’s life, and becauseof this moment, she has helped and continues to inspire others.Kathryn is a solutions-oriented individual and a big fan of sustainable change with high standards, so her peers take her findings seriously. Her impressive credentials include a Master of Science in educational psychology/counseling and human services from Texas A&M University and a Bachelor of Science from Baldwin-Wallace College. She also received a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity Theology Seminary and has an Integrative Medicine Health Coach Certification from Duke University. She is licensed to practice in North Carolina and is a member of the North Carolina Psychological Association, the American Association of Christian Counselors, the National Italian American Foundation, and the American Society for Training and Development.Kathryn's unique take on using all art forms to tap into the client’s creativity is brilliant. She isusing art to encourage creativity to gain access to different perspectives on any given issue; thishelps heal those dealing with mental health issues.In art therapy, Kathryn exposes her clients to painting, literature, drama, dance, and even theculinary arts. Going through the creative process allows the client to arrive at their epiphany orchange of perspective without interference from others. Kathryn is known for her compassion,encouraging nature, and well-organized process. She believes that art informs the process andhelps the client imagine a new life, but without igniting the creative process, the client staysstuck. And she has proven this by her list of clients she has helped using this process.Kathryn was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio.  She has  two grown children, Jacob and Sarah, and a Pomchi named Sergio the Wonder dog.  Her hobbies include painting and spending time with her family.Discover The Parallel Six series, Letters from Afghanistan and The Empty Return at https://timheale.uk. Discover Tim Heale’s books—including The Parallel Six series, Letters from Afghanistan and The Empty Return—along with his films and broadcasts. Visit https://timheale.uk and join Tim’s Despatch to keep in touch.https://timheale.ukSupport the show