WHAT IS ART THERAPY?
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
Art therapy is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that uses creative expression to support emotional and psychological wellbeing. The focus is on the process of making art rather than the final outcome, offering a gentle way to explore thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to put into words.
Within a safe, supportive therapeutic
Art therapy is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that uses creative expression to support emotional and psychological wellbeing. The focus is on the process of making art rather than the final outcome, offering a gentle way to explore thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to put into words.
Within a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship, art therapy can help people reflect, regulate, and make sense of challenging experiences, using creativity as a pathway to healing and self-understanding.
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
In an art therapy session, clients are invited to work with art materials in whatever way feels right for them. There is no expectation of having art skills, and there is no right or wrong way to create — the focus is on the process of making, not the finished artwork.
Engaging with art materials can be calming and grounding, offering a s
In an art therapy session, clients are invited to work with art materials in whatever way feels right for them. There is no expectation of having art skills, and there is no right or wrong way to create — the focus is on the process of making, not the finished artwork.
Engaging with art materials can be calming and grounding, offering a sensory way to slow down and be present in the moment. Many people find the creative process provides relief, space for reflection, and a renewed sense of connection with themselves.
The artwork is not interpreted by the therapist. If the client chooses, the artwork and the experience of creating can be explored together through conversation, supporting insight, meaning, and self-understanding at a pace that feels safe and comfortable.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ART THERAPY?
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN ART THERAPY SESSION?
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ART THERAPY?
Art therapy can support people of all ages and life stages. Because it offers a non-verbal way of expressing thoughts and feelings, it can be especially helpful for those who find it hard to put their experiences into words, or who feel more comfortable sharing their story through images rather than conversation.
Everyone has an innate c
Art therapy can support people of all ages and life stages. Because it offers a non-verbal way of expressing thoughts and feelings, it can be especially helpful for those who find it hard to put their experiences into words, or who feel more comfortable sharing their story through images rather than conversation.
Everyone has an innate creative capacity, and many people find it empowering and uplifting to reconnect with this part of themselves in a safe and supportive space.