Mental Health Awareness with Sara Troy and her guest Laurie Larkin- Boyle, on air from March 5th
The Power of Expressive Arts in Healing and Community Building
Join us as we explore the transformative power of expressive arts with Laurie Larkin-Boyle, RCC, MEd, Art Therapist, and “doing a Doctorate in Expressive Arts” . With over 20 years of experience, Laurie shares how creativity, movement, and hands-on learning can support mental health, build resilience, and foster stronger communities.
In this episode, Laurie discusses her research on expressive arts as a tool for community development and individual healing, drawing from her work in art therapy, education, and counselling. She shares insights from her private practice, LARKIN-BOYLE Therapy, where she supports children and adults navigating ADHD, trauma, grief, anxiety, and family transitions.
We also dive into her experience as a trained Virtues Project facilitator, her collaborations with First Nations Elders on community development initiatives, and her work on The Values Blanket Project, which provides Indigenous youth with a space for identity, healing, and connection through the arts.
Tune in to learn how creative expression can empower individuals, build confidence, and spark meaningful social change. Whether you’re an educator, mental health professional, or someone passionate about the arts, this conversation will inspire new ways to integrate creativity into daily life.
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Laurie Larkin-Boyle, RCC, MEd, Art Therapist, PhD Candidate
Registered Clinical Counsellor | Art Therapist | Educator
Laurie Larkin-Boyle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Art Therapist, and Educator with over 20 years of experience using creativity, movement, and hands-on learning to support children, adolescents, and families.
Pursuing a Ph.D. in Expressive Arts at the European Graduate School in Switzerland, her research explores how expressive arts foster community development and through individual healing. She holds a Master’s in Art Education, a Graduate Diploma in Art Therapy, and a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education.
In her private practice, LARKIN-BOYLE Therapy (Nanaimo, BC), and through HelpClinic.ca, Laurie provides expressive and sensory-motor art therapy for children and adults navigating ADHD, trauma, grief, anxiety, and family transitions.
As a former District Counsellor, she offered individual and group counselling and currently leads professional development workshops, helping educators integrate social-emotional learning and creative expression into classrooms.
A trained Virtues Project facilitator, Laurie empowers children and youth to build confidence, manage anxiety, and create positive change. She collaborates with First Nations Elders on community development initiatives, integrating cultural traditions into creative projects. She also facilitates The Values Blanket Project, providing Indigenous youth with a space for identity, healing, and connection.
Laurie’s work has been showcased in art exhibitions and community arts initiatives. She has delivered keynotes, professional development sessions, and creative workshops, equipping educators and counsellors with tools to integrate art into their practice.
Laurie is passionate about helping people connect, heal, and find their voice through creativity. Whether singing, making art, exploring nature, or spending time with family, she embraces the joy and inspiration that fuel her work, making a lasting impact on children, families, and communities.
Social media links. @larkinboyletherapy
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