This week at the Support & Protection Center UA shelter, the foundation’s psychologist, Iryna Bedryk, conducted an art therapy session with the children. This method of psychotherapy allows individuals to process internal conflicts, anxiety, and fears through creativity.
The young residents of the shelter drew trees and interacted with each other and the psychologist. Almost all of them imagined and drew plants that were near their homes and associated with family, peace, and safety. Unfortunately, due to the war, home has ceased to be a safe place for them, and they had to leave it.
Iryna discussed their experiences with the children and found out that above all, they long to return to where they were born and spent the early years of their lives. The children admitted that despite the fear and horrors they have endured, they dream of returning with their families to their familiar homes.
We continue to work constantly with the shelter’s residents and support them in every possible way. Psychological assistance is a priority because not everyone can cope with their experiences and pain on their own. Iryna Bedryk emphasizes that timely consultation with specialists can help avoid exacerbating problems and developing mental disorders.
