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Arts-Therapies and Mental Health Forum
Unlock new paths to healing through the rhythm, brushstrokes, and narratives waiting for you at this exploration of arts therapies. Connect with professionals who bridge the gap between creative expression and mental wellness in an inspiring, supportive space.
Paris 13th
About
The Arts-Therapies and Mental Health Forum arrives at the Maison de la vie associative et citoyenne in the 13th arrondissement on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Open to those aged 12 and over, this event explores the intersection of creativity and psychological well-being through workshops and information stands. Meet key organizations such as the French Union of Art Therapists and the CMME-GHU Paris Art Therapy Unit. Attendance is free of charge, though specific workshops for healthcare and support professionals require prior registration to participate in these closed group sessions.
Arts-Therapies and Mental Health Forum
Awareness workshops and information booths on arts-therapies
Awareness workshops on arts-therapies for a priority audience (closed groups by registration. Form for care and support professionals: https://forms.gle/z7oA4vyNDNd8oCQp9 ) :
Dance therapy
Music therapy
Writing therapy
Art therapy
Drama therapy
Information forum on arts-therapies with organizations and associations offering support through arts-therapies:
Arts-Therapies Unit of the CMME-GHU Paris
French Union of Art Therapists
Les Petits Lutins de l'Art
Association 4A
and other associations.
Our take on this event
Join us on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:30 to 17:30 at the Maison de la vie associative et citoyenne, located at 31 rue Bobillot, 75013 Paris. This forum offers a unique opportunity to learn about how various artistic disciplines contribute to mental health and care.
The day features an information forum where attendees can engage directly with experts from organizations like the French Union of Art Therapists, the CMME-GHU Paris Art Therapy Unit, Les Petits Lutins de l'Art, and Association 4A. It is an excellent space for anyone interested in the therapeutic applications of the arts.
Practical awareness workshops are scheduled throughout the day, covering disciplines such as dance therapy, music therapy, creative writing therapy, art therapy, and drama therapy. Please note that these workshops are conducted in closed groups. Registration is mandatory for healthcare and support professionals who wish to participate in these sessions. The event is accessible to the general public from the age of 12.
