A letter from Bob Hanna – Cedar Rapids, IA
Discovery; Understanding; Visualization of what might be in the future.
Without a lot of drawn out, extended drama, Virgil Matheny possesses unique skills as an experienced registered Art Therapist, using simple but effective tools, asking the individual to take pencil to paper and just start sketching. Virgil has actually applied his skills to a group of my own employees to unravel issues that can so often develop between staff, being an Art Therapist he did not make sophisticated requests in the form of an oil painting or a piece of sculpture…just pencil and paper. But this simple medium produces rather amazing results by uncovering relationships with others; with the individuals environment; even with himself or herself.
Using his training and years of experience those relationships create a rather remarkable story that Virgil can point out (discovery) and make recommendations (understanding) on how the individual can see himself differently, and with time come to know that the future can have a different ending (visualization).
Painless; not the least bit threatening; effective. I wholeheartedly recommend his services.
A letter from Gloria
Just wanted to say good bye and thanks, I really mean that. Even when I fight it I usually get something out of Art Therapy. I don’t always like what I see in me but that just gives me the opportunity to change it.
I appreciate your being there and talking to me even though sometimes (most times) I give you a hard time. It’s an old defense mechanism to keep people away but you were still there.
Anyway, whether you interpret or not, thanks. Sorry for giving you a hard time.
A letter from Richard G. Schulman, PhD – Licensed Psychologist, Author or The Labyrinth of Healing: The Emotional Shifting Process
Art reaches into the unconscious and connects with the deepest regions of the soul. There is no one better at using art to facilitate emotional healing than Registered Art Therapist, Virgil Matheny. I worked with Mr. Matheny for several years while at the Kingsview Center in Reedley, California, and I am well acquainted with his work and the man. Virgil is without a doubt the finest art therapist. It has been my privilege to be associated with him. The combination of his brilliant therapy technique along with his heartfelt humanity makes Virgil Matheny unique and boldly effective.
The Healing Artist 