Have you ever noticed how creating something with your hands—whether it's doodling during a stressful meeting, coloring in an adult coloring book, or rearranging items in your living space—seems to calm your mind and shift your emotional state? This instinctive turn toward creative expression during times of stress or emotional processing is at the heart of art therapy, a powerful form of healing that combines the benefits of traditional psychotherapy with the unique advantages of creative expression.