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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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What's New
Fall 2026 | Roots, Branches, and Wings
• Eligible for 2 NBCC CE Hours each •
October 19, 2026: Dr. Deborah Armstrong
Focusing and Sandtray Practices in the Expressive Arts Therapy Tradition
November 16, 2026: Dr. Lisa D. Hinz
Exploring the Expressive Therapies Continuum as a Framework for Creative Arts Therapies
Register for a single offering or save 10% when you bundle together!
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.
Learn more about the development of FOAT and the main approaches in the FOAT® tab of the navigation menu!
Please enjoy this free Guided Meditation with FOAT® exercise!
