The Healing Power of Art After Loss

A heartfelt conversation with Dr. Phil as he shares his journey after losing his partner Nicole to suicide and how this tragedy led him to create healing through art therapy and community support.Phil BuloneTel: +1 813-601-1688Website: https://www.philblmhc.com/Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-bulone-phd-lmhc-atr-bc-8b860b7/• Adventurous beginnings – Phil and Nicole were soulmates who went skydiving on their first date and traveled extensively together• The unexpected tragedy – Nicole died by suicide at 33 during a stressful holiday period• Processing grief minute by minute – Phil found support through family, colleagues, and immersing himself in art therapy education• Art as healing – Creating artwork provided a way to process trauma and experience somatic release• LOSS program (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) – Phil now works with the only state-funded program of its kind in Florida• Importance of survivor connections – Finding others who have experienced similar loss provides crucial supportJoin us as we support Mental Health America Southeast Florida this month!If you've lost someone to suicide, consider reaching out to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP.org) to find support groups in your area. Connection with others who understand is where the healing "magic" happens.Send us Fan MailBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showStay Wild!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplacesWebsite: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcastLeave a review!