The Creative Pause: Mindful Art for Focus & Mental Clarity
Creative mindful art session
Duration: 90-120 minutesGroup size: 6–10 participants A guided creative session designed to offer a mental break from cognitive overload and support focus, calm, and presence. Participants are guided through simple, structured creative exercises combined with mindfulness cues to…
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Description
Duration: 90-120 minutes
Group size: 6–10 participants
A guided creative session designed to offer a mental break from cognitive overload and support focus, calm, and presence.
Participants are guided through simple, structured creative exercises combined with mindfulness cues to help shift from constant thinking into a more grounded, present state.
No artistic experience is required.
Flow:
– Arrival and short grounding
– Guided creative flow exercise
– Silent or music-supported creation
– Optional reflection and closing
Benefits
Outcomes:
– Reduced stress and mental fatigue
– Improved focus and concentration
– Increased sense of calm and presence
– Accessible entry into mindfulness practices
What makes this unique:
Provides a practical and accessible reset that integrates creativity and mindfulness without requiring prior experience or personal disclosure.
Hosted by Aida Akoury
About the Host
I am a psychologist trained in art therapy, and founder of Fluid Art & Wellness, where I design and host creative experiences that support emotional hygiene, regulation, and reflection.
My work is at the intersection of group psychology, mindfulness, and creative process. I draw on clinical training, art therapy-informed approaches, and group dynamics to create psychologically safe and intentional spaces that are deeply reflective and grounded.
With a background in both mental health and high-performance environments, I bring a nuanced understanding of how individuals navigate stress, identity, and internal pressure. My approach focuses on emotional hygiene, self-awareness, and reconnecting with one’s inner experience through non-verbal expression.
I focus on the preventive side of mental health, supporting emotional hygiene, self-awareness, and regulation through accessible yet intentional experiences.
I have facilitated workshops and group experiences for individuals, communities, and organizations, creating experiences that are both meaningful and adaptable to different cultural and social contexts. with a strong emphasis on structure, and depth rather than entertainment or performance.
My facilitation style is intentional, grounded, and designed to move beyond surface-level wellness into deeper reflective work.
I am also open to designing tailored formats depending on the needs of the group or organization.
Certifications & Credentials
I have a BA and MA in Clinical Psychology.
I have a postgraduate diploma in community art and art therapy.
I have certificates in MhGap and CBT.
Focus Areas
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Languages
Arabic, English, French
Travel Locations
Any city within the Schengen area or Arab world.
Corporate Experience
Significant
Session Types Offered
Interactive & Passive
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
Client Requirements
no artistic experience required, just an open mind and curiosity.
Past Clients
BNP Paribas Lisbon, BNP Paribas Porto, Nova medical school Lisbon.
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