The Modern Creative Woman
The art and science of creativity, made simple.
Through the lens of art therapy, neurocreativity, and cutting-edge research, you’ll learn not just why you create, but how to create with more freedom, intention, and joy. Dr. Amy Backos — author, art therapist, psychologist, professor and researcher, with 30+ years of experience — unpacks the evidence-based psychology behind creative living.
Come for the science. Stay for the transformation.
The Modern Creative Woman
Latest Episodes
161. Disrupting the Male Gaze in Art: Who Gets to Be Seen?
The Male Gaze in Art: Who Gets to Be Seen?In this episode of The Modern Creative Woman, Dr. Amy Backos explores the concept of the male gaze, its origins in art and film, and how it continues to shape what we see in museums, m...
160. The Neuroscience of Pleasure, Desire, and Creativity
Show Notes: The Neuroscience of Pleasure, Desire, and CreativityIn this episode of The Modern Creative Woman, Dr. Amy Backos explores the fascinating connection between creativity, pleasure, and the brain's reward system. Draw...
159. Season 4 Premiere: Creativity, Meaning, & Art Therapy...Answers to Your Most Asked Questions
Season 4 Premiere: Creativity, Meaning, and Art Therapy—Answers to Your Most Asked QuestionsWelcome to Season 4 of The Modern Creative Woman podcast.As we begin another year together, I'm reflecting on what an incredible ...
158. Thoughts Are Not Facts: New Relationship with Your Mind
In this episode of The Modern Creative Woman Podcast, Amy Backos explores one of the most powerful concepts in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): cognitive defusion. What happens when you stop treating your thoughts like facts? W...
157. The Creative Power of an Analog Summer
What would happen if you stopped documenting your life long enough to actually experience it?In this episode, we explore the growing cultural movement toward an “analog summer” — intentionally stepping away from constant digital stimulat...