Transformative Clinical Art Therapy: From Anxiety to Growth Mindset through Cognitive-Emotional Integration

Anxiety is a prevalent psychological challenge that hinders personal growth. This study examines the effectiveness of transformative clinical art therapy in reducing anxiety and fostering a growth mindset through cognitive-emotional integration. A mixed-methods approach involving 90 participants diagnosed with moderate to high anxiety was employed, incorporating both quantitative measures (Beck Anxiety Inventory, Growth Mindset Scale, and Mindset Assessment Profile) and qualitative data (interviews, observations, and artwork analysis). The results showed a significant reduction in anxiety and an increase in growth mindset. The therapeutic process, emphasizing cognitive-emotional integration, played a pivotal role in transforming participants' psychological states. This study contributes to the development of art-based psychotherapy by demonstrating its potential in promoting long-term psychological well-being and an adaptive mindset.

• Publication year

  2025

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  Formosa Journal of Multidisciplinary Research

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  2025-12-28

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  DOI 10.55927/fjmr.v4i12.600
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