Art therapy promotes self- exploration through creativity, in which we can learn to know ourselves better, access our inner strengths, and so create a more satisfying life.
Who Can Art Therapy Help?
Finding balance
Art Therapy can help people of all ages and types, from children to the elderly. Whatever your difficulty or struggle may be; relationships or life events, experiencing sadness, anxiety, addiction, or illness, this collaboration of counselling and the creative process of art making, can help in your recovery, feeling a sense of well- being, and enhanced quality of life.
Do I need to be artistic ?
Wax, ink and texta as an expression of feeling state in present time
No artistic skills are needed, as art therapy focuses on the process, rather than the final form. There is no judgement in this space. Images and forms arrive as and when they need to; they are welcomed, accepted and valued, as you are.
What materials will I use ?
Sand Mandalas
With you at the centre of the art therapy process, The choice of materials will be yours. Exploration is also encouraged. A wide range is available , so that you can find amedium to express what you need to, such as: paints, pastels, charcoal, collage, clay, natural objects, fibres and textiles.
“With openness to creativity you allow the sun’s rays to illuminate and enliven your world”
