Nationwide — Haitian-American author and expressive arts therapist Helen Joseph, LMHC is excited to announce that her newly released book, Healing What Words Won’t Reach: A Guide to Using Creativity to Heal Trauma Related to Who We Are, has achieved Amazon #1 Bestseller status in three categories. As the first installment in the book series, this groundbreaking book examines the transformative power of creativity — through various forms — as a means to navigate the complexities of identity and heal from trauma that words cannot fully express.
Healing What Words Won’t Reach offers an inspiring perspective on how creative expression can open doors to healing, even for those who may feel disconnected from their creativity. Through the lens of expressive arts therapy, Helen encourages readers to reflect, engage, and connect with the power of creativity to reclaim and rebuild their lives.
“Creativity gives us a way to make sense of experiences that feel too complex, layered, or painful to put into words,” says Helen. “Especially in light of the stress that many communities have faced over the last few years, the importance of tending to our mental health is clear. This book is for those who seek to explore themselves and their experiences and to find ways to heal their pain.”
To enhance the reader’s journey, the book is accompanied by the Connecting to Creativity Workbook, a free downloadable resource offering reflective exercises and creative prompts tailored to each chapter. Readers can also access expanded online resources, including guided workshops, creativity tools, and community connection opportunities, available at HealingWhatWordsWontReach.com
Healing What Words Won’t Reach is available for purchase on Amazon, major online retailers, and independent bookstores.
About the Author:
Helen Joseph, LMHC, is a first-generation Haitian-American, and the Founder and Director of Black Expressive Arts, a creative wellness platform dedicated to exploring creativity as a path toward healing, self-expression, and community empowerment across the Black diaspora. With extensive experience working around the world, Helen collaborates with individuals, communities, and organizations to navigate trauma, support emotional wellness, and rediscover both inner wisdom and collective strength.
As a licensed mental health professional, Helen empowers individuals to reclaim their stories and heal through creative expression and community connection. Her work emphasizes strengthening community resilience and addressing the profound impact of systemic oppression on collective mental health. Helen’s compassionate, identity-affirming approach creates safe and nurturing spaces where people can explore their experiences and find pathways to healing and transformation.
