Art Therapy

Art therapy helps people of all ages explore emotions, reduce anxiety, and promote healing through creative expression. Art therapy is about the process, not the end product. It’s designed to help you express emotions and explore your inner thoughts in a safe, creative way.

How Art Therapy Works

Initial Assessment – Each session starts with a discussion of your current emotional or mental health challenges and goals.

Creative Exploration – You’ll engage in artistic activities like painting, drawing, or sculpting. These activities allow you to express emotions, thoughts, and experiences.

Reflection – After creating, you’ll explore your artwork with the therapist to gain insights and explore emotions in a non-judgmental setting.

Tailored to the needs of the client – Every session is designed to fit you or your child’s unique needs and therapy goals.

Art Therapy as a Holistic Approach

Art therapy works well as a standalone intervention, as well as alongside other therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), counselling, or even medication management. By offering a non-verbal way to explore emotions, it can help clients who may find traditional talk therapy difficult or overwhelming.

Art therapy is adaptable and can be tailored to each client’s individual needs and therapeutic goals. Whether it’s working with children, adults, or older adults, art therapy provides additional emotional insights and avenues for healing.

Art therapy is particularly helpful for addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and cognitive decline. By integrating creative expression, it encourages emotional exploration in a way that can enhance other ongoing treatments.

Who can Benefit from Art Therapy?

Children and Adolescents- Helps young people process emotions, deal with behavioural challenges, and manage trauma in a creative way.
Adults – Supports individuals coping with stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma by providing a space for self-reflection and healing.
Older Adults – Especially beneficial for dementia patients, helping with cognitive function and memory recall while offering a calming outlet for expression.
Physical conditions – While art therapy focuses on emotional and mental health, studies have shown it can also benefit individuals coping with chronic illnesses by reducing stress and improving overall well-being.

Our Expertise

Art therapy can provide several benefits to adults and young people who may be experiencing emotional, behavioral or psychological challenges. Art therapy can support:

Emotional Expression – Art offers a way to express feelings that are difficult to put into words
Mental Health Support – Regular sessions can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma
Cognitive Stimulation – For older adults, art therapy can stimulate memory and cognition, especially for individuals with dementia
Self-Esteem Building – Encourages confidence and self awareness

Our Fees

£100

Art Therapy Session

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