Contemplative Collage © is an approach Dante Jericho has developed over the last 20 years.  First rooted in her work as a creative writing coach, she saw the role of symbol in story.  Later as a Reiki Master, Dante found that clients often noted imagery in session.  She found in questioning clients about the images that they uncovered important ideas and messages.  In each of these arenas, she found that conversations could be developed with the symbols.  This lead her to create collages where many symbols could be present in a single work, and if explored, offer insight and direction.  The work is similar to dream analysis; however, unlike the dream which often fades, a collage is a lingering artifact that can be explored extensively over days and even weeks.  

Dante has taught Contemplative Collage to hundreds of students in numerous locations in the United States, and she has reached students internationally through her online work. 

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