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Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts

Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts (FOAT®) is a mindfulness-based approach developed by Dr. Laury Rappaport that integrates renowned psychologist and philosopher Eugene Gendlin’s Focusing with the expressive arts.

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Laury Rapppaport
Arts Expression
FOAT Hong Kong
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FOAT Studio Class
FOAT Hong Kong
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FOAT Class
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Laury- Early Work

What's New

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– Eligible for 2 NBCC CE each –

  

Register for one or bundle to save 10%!

  

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March 4 - June 20, 2026

Offered by the Expressive You Online School

   

Save on registration with EARLY BIRD discount, extended through February 10th!

For questions, contact Lynn Pollock at lynn@expressiveyou.me

Mission Statement

The mission of the Focusing and Expressive Arts (FOAT) Institute is to provide excellent training and education in: Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts and Focusing-Oriented Art Therapy (FOAT®) and related programs in Focusing, expressive arts, and mindfulness.

Applications include clinical, community, organizational, educational, self-growth, and wellbeing.

Please enjoy this free Guided Meditation with FOAT® exercise!

Pebble MeditationDr. Laury Rappaport
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