About Shon
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Am I showing up with Love?
For 20+ years, I was a practicing full-time professional artist. Although I was passionate about art-making, I was far more interested in the creative process than I was in the actual outcome of a final art product.
I loved working with children through gallery programs and was excited to guide youth in the many facets of art-making, especially when we could learn about our world and ourselves through exploration, and connect and form close relationships through artistic process. This journey always captivated my heart.
As the years passed, I had a yearning to use the arts in a deeper, more meaningful way.
Eight years ago, I enrolled in my first Expressive Art training level at Prairie Institute of Expressive Art Therapy...and I never looked back.
Shortly after, I was offered the opportunity to create therapeutic art and music programming in LTC... and it changed the course of my life.
'Shon is an exceptional expressive arts educator/facilitator. Her light shines as leader, mentor, collaborator, and magical artist.
She is highly gifted and deeply soulful in her journey with others.
It is enough that she crafts beautiful, artful, invitations for others,
but what touches me even more profoundly, is the way she is with others. She weaves the art, the lives, and the stories of those she journeys with by offering the attentive gift of heartfelt listening, and seeing the essence of others through her loving presence.
This is a rare gift.
Thank you Shon, for your enchantment with art, story and love
and your courage to bring these gifts to the world in your extraordinary way.'
Carmen Richardson MSW, RSW, RCAT, REAT
Prairie Institute of Expressive Arts Therapy
Shon has worked with diligence to achieve this certification that demonstrates her knowledge, understanding, abilities, and skills in the intentional use of music to improve the quality and depth of the outstanding work she does. She uses the MUSIC CARE approach with sensitivity, creativity, and the greatest of insight in her work as an Expressive Arts Facilitator working with seniors.
Working with Shon has been a privilege and a knowledge exchange experience, where she has used our tools and strategies in creative and inspiring ways. She has also shared many ideas, resources, and examples with us of how she uses music in care, which will continue to inspire us at Room 217 and those she works with.
Shon approaches her work with a desire to bring new innovative approaches, to challenge herself, and to strive to be the best professional she can be. Her expertise, coupled with an unwavering dedication to personalized care, ensures that every individual receives a tailored musical experience that resonates with their unique needs. This not only highlights her professional excellence but also her genuine empathy and commitment to holistic healing.
We are proud to have Shon as a shining example of our music care standard, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking exemplary music care services. Her work is a testament to the transformative power of music in healthcare, and she continues to inspire us all with her passion and excellence.
ROOM 217: Gillian Wortley , CERTIFY Lead & Dawn Ellis-Mobbs, Director of Programs and Community Partnerships at Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and now to Room 217
I am writing to share my experience as a participant in a therapeutic art workshop led by Ms. Shon Profit. This workshop was a transformative experience that offered numerous therapeutic benefits, and I believe it holds great potential for a wide range of groups and settings.
From the outset, the workshop provided a space where I could relax and explore my creativity without judgment or pressure. Through various art activities, I was able to express emotions and thoughts that I hadn't even realized were within me. The process was not only enjoyable but also deeply healing. As I engaged with different mediums— whether painting, drawing, or music—I found myself discovering new aspects of my personality and uncovering insights about my life that I hadn't been aware of before.
One of the most valuable aspects of the workshop was the sense of community and team bonding that developed among the participants. We came from different backgrounds and experiences, but the creative activities allowed us to connect on a deeper level. The group dynamic fostered trust and openness, making it easy to share our creations and the emotions behind them. This sense of camaraderie was incredibly uplifting and created a supportive environment where everyone felt valued and understood.
Moreover, the workshop was fun. The joy of creating, the laughter shared, and the satisfaction of completing a piece of art brought a sense of lightness and happiness that stayed with me long after the sessions ended. This element of fun, combined with the therapeutic benefits, made the experience not only beneficial but also something I look back fondly on.
In conclusion, my experience in Shon Profit’s therapeutic art workshop was nothing short of remarkable. It provided a unique blend of relaxation, self-discovery, healing, and team bonding that I believe could benefit a wide range of people in different settings. I wholeheartedly recommend this workshop and encourage others to consider how it might bring positive change to their lives and communities.
Annie Anderson BHHSc, BHSc-P, EFT-AP, RM/T, SP Integrative Energy Therapist
Additional Training:
*Body-Focused Expressive Arts - Traumatized Children/Adolescents (advanced training- PIEAT)
*Heart-Centered Practices with Children & Adolescents: Blending Internal Family Systems
with Expressive Arts Therapies (PIEAT)
*Integrating Expressive Arts and Internal Family Systems (PIEAT)
*Working in the Classroom with Learning Disabilities and ADHD (Disabilities Association of Ontario)- Applying art/music strategies with Neuro Diverse Children
*Dementia Education (Alzheimer’s Society of Toronto)
*Visual Art Journaling
*Music & Movement Therapy
*Protecting Your Memory Through Art
*Indigenous Canada (U of Alberta)
Testimonials
'One of Shon’s many standout qualities is her ability to create a warm and inclusive environment that fosters creativity and self-expression.
She possesses a genuine and compassionate approach, which has not only made her highly effective in her work and research but has also endeared her to most anyone she engages with.
Shon exhibits a deep commitment to promoting the dignity, independence, and overall quality of life for seniors. Her dedication to advocating for the importance of arts engagement in healthy aging is both admirable and inspiring.'
H.Benning Former Director of the Art Gallery of Swift Current
'The outcomes of the program showed improvement in cognitive functioning, increased confidence, reduced feelings of anxiety and depression, and overall increased quality of life.
Shon always went above and beyond the expectations of the program. Her passion for art and helping others is the reason the program was so successful.
Her passion for raising awareness of the benefits of art, especially in Long Term Care, is essential for reducing the stigma of older adults as well as people living with disabilities.
She has proven that anyone is capable with the right support.'
Camille Lesiuk, CTRS, Cypress Health Region
'The arts program for long term care (LTC) residents that Ms. Profit established has provided a positive opportunity for seniors living in care, whereby they have a creative outlet to express themselves, create and experience joy.
It is a social medium and a cultural one.
At a time where seniors were isolated and deprived so much opportunity for connection, it maintained stimulation and socialization for seniors living in the LTC home.
This is so important for the well- being of seniors.'
Kevin Wasko, MD, CCFP(EM)
'Shon was an incredible resource for the facility and the program. She mentored the activity workers and encouraged them to facilitate the program on days she was not scheduled.
It is very difficult to put into words the positive impact the art program has had on the residents; there simply are not words to capture the outcomes.
The facility was fortunate and very blessed by her presence and skill. Because of her work and the value of the program, we now have a dedicated art room that residents can utilize anytime they want.'
Dennette Warberg, Health Services Manager Eastend Wolf Willow Health Centre
Stop asking:
Am I good enough?
Ask only
Am I showing up with Love?
Life is not a straight line
it's a downpour of gifts, please---
hold out your hand
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