Poetry is a personal art form of self-expression. Poetry is recited at open-mic events, weddings, birthday parties, memorials, and other celebratory social gatherings. Poetry is used as a method of open communication to celebrate life and death. Poems are written in obituaries to bring words of comfort to loved ones and appears in greeting cards to bring cheer. Poetry can be kept private, or it may be shared. 

Poetry may be incorporated in individual and group and even family and couple sessions. Poetry writing and reading is a tool that embraces originality. Poetry may be shared and published in associations and anthropologies. 

Using poetry as a therapeutic intervention offers health benefits toward personal, social, and mental wellness. Poetry allows individuals to experience a catharsis, a release of emotions and thoughts. Poetry is used as a healthy outlet when impacted by life circumstances.