Therapy Services

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Creative expression allows the client to process and explore their internal world, using both verbal and non-verbal approaches. With the support of an Art Psychotherapist, space is created so that clients can:

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- Express themself creatively

- Play freely

- Regulate their internal state

- Externalise their inner world

- Process emotions and thoughts

- Build social skills

- Improve self-esteem, confidence and resilience

- Reduce anxiety symptoms

- Promote positive mental health.

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Each session is tailored to client's individual needs, therapy goals and their capacity. Our approach is client-centred, child lead, caring and compassionate. No artistic skills or experience is required; we focus on the process not the product.

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Starting Art Psychotherapy:

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An initial parent session helps the therapist to:

• Gather background information on child and family history

• Discuss goals from a parent’s perspective

• Explore benefits and expectations of Art Therapy

• Answer any questions!

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Ongoing sessions are then booked with your child and initially focus on:

• Getting to know the client and familiarising them with art materials and the space

• Explore what art therapy is and the difference between art classes and therapy.

• Establishing boundaries and expectations for the sessions,

• Building rapport.

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Further information:

- Sessions are 45mins (NDIS) or 50mins (self-referral)

- Non-directive approach (allows the client to make art based on what organically comes up in conversation, or based on an idea the client comes in with)

- Directive approach (pre-planned art-based activity targeting a particular skill or topic)

- All art materials are provided by Kids Inspired, however your child can bring their own.

- Sessions are conducted by our Art Therapist, Tahlee, who is registered with PACFA

(https://www.pacfa.org.au/)