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For our mental health, let's open ourselves to the arts
Art often speaks when words fail, offering a unique path to healing and self-discovery. Discover how music and literature intersect with psychological well-being through insightful discussions and personal testimonies from the experts themselves. It is a rare chance to reconsider the boundaries between therapy and creativity in a supportive, thought-provoking atmosphere.
Mairie de Paris Centre (Paris 3rd)
About
On Thursday, October 15, 2026, the Mairie de Paris Centre hosts a symposium titled Pour notre santé mentale, ouvrons-nous aux arts. Organized by the CMP Turbigo – Pôle Paris Centre during the SISM weeks, the event examines how artistic practices support mental well-being. Open to anyone 18 and older, this forum brings together healthcare professionals and cultural figures to discuss the therapeutic roles of music and literature. Attendance is free, though advance registration is required. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, as well as those who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired.
On the occasion of the Information Weeks on Mental Health (SISM), the CMP Turbigo – Paris Centre Hub is hosting a day dedicated to the connections between mental health and artistic practices, centered on the theme "For our mental health, let's open ourselves to the arts."
How can artistic practices find their place in mental health care and support? How do music and literature allow for a different approach to the experience of illness and psychological suffering?
The morning will begin with a presentation on artistic mediations and therapeutic practices, followed by a roundtable on music. Various experiences will be presented, notably a collaboration between the Paris Centre Hub and the Philharmonie de Paris. Members of INSAART (Institute for the Care and Support of Artists and Technicians) will also share their experience, particularly regarding their work at the Francofolies.
The afternoon will be dedicated to literature, with Agnès Clerc, René de Ceccatty, and Mathieu Simonet, on the theme "Writers facing illness."
A day to cross perspectives from care, culture, and artistic creation, and to open the dialogue about mental health.
Our take on this event
The event takes place from 09:00 to 17:00 at the Mairie de Paris Centre in the 3rd arrondissement. It invites attendees to explore the intersection of mental health, clinical care, and the creative arts.
The morning session focuses on artistic mediation and therapeutic practices. Speakers from the Pôle Paris Centre will present their collaborative work with the Philharmonie de Paris. Additionally, representatives from INSAART will share insights from their interventions, including their experience at the Francofolies festival. The afternoon is dedicated to literature, featuring a panel discussion titled Les écrivains face à la maladie with authors Agnès Clerc, René de Ceccatty, and Mathieu Simonet.
This conference is intended for an adult audience aged 18 and over. The building is equipped to be accessible to visitors with reduced mobility, including wheelchair access, and offers specific adaptations for deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired guests. While the event is free to attend, please ensure you register in advance to secure your spot.
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