9. POETRYTHERAPHY
Poetry therapy is the
intentional use of the written
and spoken word for healing
and personal growth. Poetry,
literature, journals and song
lyrics help individuals see
themselves fully, and in time
they come to experience the
hidden facets of themselves.
The term “poetry therapy”
is used inclusively to refer
not only to the use of
published and original
poems but also to the
interactive use of
literature (bibliotherapy)
and therapeutic writing
(journal therapy).