What is Art Therapy?

Art Psychotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art making as the principle mode of expression. Art Psychotherapy can be helpful for people experiencing a range of mental health needs.

Talking about difficult feelings and experiences can be very hard, Art making offers a safe way to express these thoughts, feelings and experiences. I aim to support you to interpret and process these experiences in order to recover and move forward with the life you want to lead.

As an Art Psychotherapist I offer a warm and engaging therapeutic environment, a space in which you can be yourself. You lead the therapy and I work collaboratively with you in a side-by-side or non directive approach dependent on your needs. In sessions I aim to promote self awareness and for you to regain auntonomy in your mental health. Where suitable I can share practical skills and techniques to support your wellbeing, supporting you to support yourself. No art making experience is needed or expected to attend Art Pscyhotherapy, just curiousity!

I can and have supported people experiencing:

• Depression

• Anxiety and anxiety related disorders (OCD, GAD, Selective mutism, Social anxiety)

• Developmental difficulties

• Trauma (PTSD and Complex PTSD)

• Behavioural difficulties

• Sexuality and identity

• Domestic violence

• Low self-esteem and confidence

• Attachment difficulties

• Bereavement and Grief

• Relational difficulties

• Personal exploration and Growth

I ensure I practice sensitively to your personal needs and experiences. An important part of each persons experience is their culture and identity. My practice is socially engaged and culturally sensitive, non-discriminatory, anti-oppresive and LGBTQ+ affirming.