Art Psychotherapy
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“Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication.” (BAAT, Unknown). There are countless “possibilities for emotional communication and the inherent potential for therapeutic work” (Case and Dalley, 2006) through the use of art materials. I draw inspiration from a broad range of theories such as Attachment theory, Mindfulness and Metallization Based Treatment, and the findings of pediatrician Winnicott and therefore offer a holistic intervention. This allows me to adapt to each client’s individual needs in order to provide the most effective, holistic and suitable therapy.
Through working in the here and now we can explore the impact of the past on the present, work on strategies and the difficulties that one may be experiencing. www.baat.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have an artistic background or skill?
No. Art Psychotherapy requires no prior artistic skill. It is based on the principles of play and encourages self-expression through the exploration of the art materials.
No. Art Psychotherapy requires no prior artistic skill. It is based on the principles of play and encourages self-expression through the exploration of the art materials.
Will You Analyse My Artwork?
No. Art psychotherapy does not involve analysing the art work as symbols and images have different meanings for different people. We will be looking and thinking about the work and the creative process together. It is more of a two way discussion and my role will be to support you to explore what feels right for you as an individual.
No. Art psychotherapy does not involve analysing the art work as symbols and images have different meanings for different people. We will be looking and thinking about the work and the creative process together. It is more of a two way discussion and my role will be to support you to explore what feels right for you as an individual.
What is an initial consultation?
We will have an initial consultation to get to know one another. This will last 50 minutes and this will be an opportunity to gain an initial understanding of your needs and expectations and for you to ask any further questions. This is a space for both of us to see if we might be a good fit.
We will have an initial consultation to get to know one another. This will last 50 minutes and this will be an opportunity to gain an initial understanding of your needs and expectations and for you to ask any further questions. This is a space for both of us to see if we might be a good fit.
How long is a session?
Individual sessions last 50 minutes
Group sessions 90 minutes
Family sessions 50 minutes
Individual sessions last 50 minutes
Group sessions 90 minutes
Family sessions 50 minutes
How Do I Choose Between a Group or Individual Therapy?
During the initial assessment we will discuss your needs and decide on what is most suitable for you as an individual.
During the initial assessment we will discuss your needs and decide on what is most suitable for you as an individual.
What clients say
"My time in clinic on the art therapy sessions with you really awakened something in me about how I might find a whole new level of healing through art..I am doing that in so many ways now"- Annie
"Thank you for giving me a way to express myself."- 9 year old boy
"It is so calming, relaxing; it has helped me see things about myself that I never knew"
"Thank you for giving me a way to express myself."- 9 year old boy
"It is so calming, relaxing; it has helped me see things about myself that I never knew"