BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Virtual Art Therapy Clinic - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Virtual Art Therapy Clinic X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vatc.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Virtual Art Therapy Clinic REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260615T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260615T180000 DTSTAMP:20260625T000925 CREATED:20260612T215711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224417Z UID:7542-1781539200-1781546400@vatc.ca SUMMARY:Cultivating Calm Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us for weekly evenings of stress reduction and mindfulness through artful expression.\nWe will be embracing the present moment through art. If you are looking for more time for yourself\, this open studio group will be an opportunity for you to de-stress\, ground yourself and find quiet\, all within the fun and joy of artistic expression. \nWe will be inviting you to use simple art materials to help you get away from your stresses and come to a place of feeling grounded and calm. We’ll be creating a virtual safe space that will be your sanctuary for peaceful self-expression. \nEach virtual session is facilitated by graduate level student art therapists – light-hearted leaders with professional therapeutic skills – guiding you in your personal self-care journey. We will offer self-care themed prompts each session. Each session will also offer time for optional sharing and reflecting on your creations. \nPlease be aware this is not a therapy group. We are happy to provide referrals for low-fee art psychotherapy if required. \nSessions will be on Monday from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EDT starting on Monday\, April 7\, 2025. If you are unsure of the difference between your time zone and Pacific Time (Vancouver)\, please check out World Time Buddy at this link: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ \nThe VATC’s virtual open studio groups promote wellness through creativity and self-reflection. We know that through art\, we can foster connection\, even while we are apart. Open studios are a place for people from all backgrounds to come together and make art as a community. We promote mental health awareness and activities that cultivate positive habits to benefit health and well-being. \nIf the current time does not work for you\, check back as we may be offering open studio groups on other days/times in the future! \nThe studio is run by the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic. Our graduate level students lead the studios in order to gain experience. \n– The virtual open studio is FREE to anyone over the age of 16 who wishes to join.– Come for one session or attend all (no limit\, however we ask that you attend sessions that you sign up for).– No previous art experience is necessary!– Any art supplies\, crafts\, recycled materials\, photography etc.\, are welcome.– Begin a new piece each time or work on pieces in progress. \nWhat to expect in your 2 hour session: \n– The first 10-15 minutes of each session will be a time to “gather.”– Prompt(s): provided for those who wish to follow it\, though you may also work on other art and disregard the prompt. Art-making and writing prompts may be included.– Closure: Typically the last 20-30 minutes are reserved for building community\, discourse\, Q&A\, and feedback. Participants may share what they made if they wish.– There will be an opportunity to provide anonymous feedback following the session. \nSome ground rules: \n– When entering the meeting\, please have the name you used to register displayed on your screen.– Some form of participation is requested. We expect cameras to be on to support community building and a sense of safety.– We aim for a barrier-free environment and request that you do not use substances during the open studio.– Disrespectful comments or actions are not acceptable. \n*NOTE: Once you register\, you will receive an email about 24 hours before the event to access the Zoom meeting.* \nIf you have any questions\, please connect with us at the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic at clinic@ciiat.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://vatc.ca/event/cultivating-calm-open-studio/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vatc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image-5.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="VATC":MAILTO:info@vatc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260616T130000 DTSTAMP:20260625T000925 CREATED:20260612T212236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224535Z UID:7509-1781607600-1781614800@vatc.ca SUMMARY:Creative Expression for Self-Care (Tuesday Group) DESCRIPTION:Get ready to explore the power of self-care through creative expression!\nOur open studio event creates a space where you can explore your creativity in the presence of others. Participants are invited to take time for themselves and reflect with writing and art making. Each virtual session is facilitated by graduate level student art therapists\, who will offer a self-care themed prompt each session. Each session will also offer time for optional sharing and reflecting on your creative piece. Taking time for creativity can be a valuable form of self-care\, a break in your busy day\, and time to spend with others. Please be aware this is not a therapy group. We are happy to provide referrals for low-fee art psychotherapy if required. \nSessions will be on Tuesdays from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm PST starting on Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023. If you are unsure of the difference between your time zone and Pacific Time (Vancouver)\, please check out World Time Buddy at this link: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ \nThe VATC’s virtual open studio groups promote wellness through creativity and self-reflection. We know that through art\, we can foster connection\, even while we are apart. Open studios are a place for people from all backgrounds to come together and make art as a community. We promote mental health awareness and activities that cultivate positive habits to benefit health and well-being. \nThe studio is run by the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic. Our graduate level students lead the studios in order to gain experience. \n– The virtual open studio is FREE to anyone over the age of 16 who wishes to join.– Come for one session or attend all (no limit\, however we ask that you attend sessions that you sign up for).– No previous art experience is necessary!– Any art supplies\, crafts\, recycled materials\, photography etc.\, are welcome.– Begin a new piece each time or work on pieces in progress. \nWhat to expect in your 2 hour session: \n– The first 10-15 minutes of each session will be a time to “gather.”– Prompt(s): provided for those who wish to follow it\, though you may also work on other art and disregard the prompt. Art-making and writing prompts may be included.– Closure: Typically the last 20-30 minutes are reserved for building community\, discourse\, Q&A\, and feedback. Participants may share what they made if they wish.– There will be an opportunity to provide anonymous feedback following the session. \nSome ground rules: \n– When entering the meeting\, please have the name you used to register displayed on your screen.– Some form of participation is requested. We expect cameras to be on to support community building and a sense of safety.– We aim for a barrier-free environment and request that you do not use substances during the open studio.– Disrespectful comments or actions are not acceptable. \n*NOTE: Once you register\, you will receive an email about 24 hours before the event to access the Zoom meeting.* \nIf you have any questions\, please connect with us at the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic at info@vatc.ca. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://vatc.ca/event/creative-expression-for-self-care-tuesdays/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vatc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VATC":MAILTO:info@vatc.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260625T000925 CREATED:20260612T214521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224458Z UID:7528-1781791200-1781798400@vatc.ca SUMMARY:Creative Expression for Self-Care (Thursday Group) DESCRIPTION:Get ready to explore the power of self-care through creative expression!\nStarting on June 11\, 2026\, join us in exploring creative expression for self-care. Hosted by the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic (VATC)\, our virtual art therapy group promotes wellness\, mental health awareness\, and connection through creativity and self-reflection. \nIf you are interested in joining this group\, please connect with us at info@vatc.ca. \nOur group is a community-oriented space to explore your creativity in the presence of others and cultivate positive habits to benefit health and well-being. Each virtual session is facilitated by graduate-level student art therapists who offer a weekly self-care themed prompt aligned with therapeutic goals\, along with space for optional sharing and reflection. \nLogistics & Registration \nWhen: Thursdays from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST. (Not in the Pacific time zone? Check your local time using World Time Buddy)Who: Individuals aged 18+ located in Canada.Cost: $25 registration fee (provides unlimited access to both of the Creative Expression for Self-Care groups for 1 full year).Experience: No previous art experience is necessary! \nMaterials Needed \nBring whatever you have on hand! Any art supplies\, craft items\, or recycled materials are welcome. Our prompts are designed to work with whatever materials you have available\, and you are always welcome to adapt the invitations in a way that feels most meaningful to you. \nWhat to expect in your 2 hour session: \n– Opening Activity: Settling in\, grounding\, and a creative warm-up.– Main Activity: A longer\, focused artmaking period based on a therapeutic self-care prompt aligned with therapeutic goals.– Closing Activity: Wrapping up with a short creative activity and winding down the session. \nA Note on Sharing: After each activity\, we open the floor for participants to share their artwork\, reflections\, or insights. Sharing is always optional\, but encouraged as a valuable opportunity to connect and learn from one another. \nIf you have any questions\, please connect with us at the Virtual Art Therapy Clinic at info@vatc.ca. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://vatc.ca/event/creative-expression-for-self-care-thursdays/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vatc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image-3.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="VATC":MAILTO:info@vatc.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR