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Travel Agency of the Mind. Creative methods to get unstuck
What does joy taste like? What is the Sandman’s day job? Can you make friends with loneliness? On the exploratory journeys of Mielen matkatoimisto— Travel Agency of the Mind, we search for answers to questions you haven’t even thought of asking!
Our everyday thinking helps us navigate many kinds of life’s turbulence quite nicely. Common sense often works well, and both philosophy and research based knowledge expand our ability to understand the world. There is nothing wrong with any of that. Sometimes, however, we encounter situations where—despite all our cognitive effort—we keep banging our heads against the same wall.
At that point, we might want to try something different: go for a walk, read poetry, sign up for a skydiving course—or get in touch with Travel Agency of the Mind!
From observer to creator, as part of a creative group
Culture and art have been shown to promote wellbeing, and they are at their best when experienced up close. Taking the leap from observer to creator is worth it.
I design and facilitate group activities that make versatile use of creative therapeutic methods such as literature therapy, pedagogical drama, and visual arts, as well as mindfulness skills and creative play. The objective is to open new perspectives, generate insights and promote shared problem solving. Creative methods are effective in supporting workplace wellbeing, strengthening mental health, adapting to a new life situation, or simply awakening creativity and flexibility.
Group sessions work best with 6–8 participants and can be tailored to different durations. For the full therapeutic benefit—for example as part of rehabilitation—I recommend four to six weekly sessions of two hours each. If, on the other hand, the goal is to have fun and give in to daydreaming, even a single two-hour session can take us to the clouds as part of a bachelorette party or well-being day!
What?
Creative and Therapeutic Group Facilitation
Blending arts therapies, play, and adventure
For Whom?
for recreation and wellbeing groups
for recovery and rehabilitation
for peer support groups
for bachelor parties
for youth and adults
Why?
to unlock what’s stuck
to spark insight
to build connection
to promote self-compassion
to enhance wellbeing
How?
The sky is the limit! Get in touch, and let’s design something that works for you.
niina.into@kasvukauteen.fi
About the methods
I combine a variety of creative and experiential methods, such as poetry therapy, Clinical Art, drama and mindfulness in my work with groups. These method I have trained in as part of my social work degree or through university-level continuing educations are evidence-based, and I've been trained in them as part of my social work degree or through university-level continuing education. The unique mix of different techniques and people provides endless surprises!
Practicalities and pricing
Group activities can be arranged pretty much anywhere, and we can plan for materials etc. accordingly. Mielen matkatoimisto can also help you in finding a suitable place for your event, for example at the historical Lapinlahti milieu.
Pricing depends on the specifics of the activity. For example, a two-hour session for a group of 8 people in central Helsinki area would cost around €300 (venue not included). A weekly therapeutical group of six sessions and 8 participants can be arranged for €1700 (venue and materials not included).
Almost anything is possible, so please don't hesitate to contact me at niina.into@kasvukauteen.fi and ask for references!
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