Art Therapy
 

Art therapy can help you to express and understand yourself and your experiences through a blend of talking and creative activities.

You don’t need to have any previous art experience or be good at art to benefit from it.
 

In an art therapy session, you're encouraged to use creative media – such as drawing, painting or clay. I will help you explore how your creative process is linked to your feelings and perceptions, giving you a greater understanding of yourself. This will help support you to make positive changes in your life. 

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Art therapy can involve any type of creative activity – such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or collage. Whenever we create something, we always put parts of ourselves into it - you can explore and understand yourself better through representing your feelings and experiences through imagery.
 

Art therapists are professionals trained in both art and psychotherapy. I give you a safe space to talk about how you feel, and won’t judge you. I start each session with a check in to understand how you are doing. Sometimes you will want to just talk and others you might want to just do art - it is up to you.
 

Art therapy can help with a range of conditions and situations such as  abuse, relationship difficulties, loss or trauma. It can also help you cope with life’s everyday challenges.
 

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Online Therapy

​Online therapy can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy.

Online Art Therapy also works well providing you have some creative materials - and if you don't I can always provide some. 

 

There are many reasons why you might chose to work online -

 

Accessibility – popular appointment times (evenings and weekends) can book up fast as these hours can be in high demand. Online therapy may offer more flexibility and shorter waiting times, making it easier for you to gain support when you need it.

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For those who may have mobility issues or disabilities that make it stressful or challenging to get to their therapists’ office, online counselling can help overcome some of these barriers. Those experiencing social phobias, anxiety disorders, or agoraphobia may also find online counselling is more accessible.

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Convenience – access support from the comfort of your own home (or wherever you are), without the inconvenience of having to physically travel. This can not only save time and money, but can also let those living in more rural areas access qualified experts from further afield. In addition to this, many therapists offer extended office hours for online sessions, while forms such as email therapy allow you to send your thoughts at a time that works best for you.

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Openness – some people feel more comfortable opening up and discussion sensitive issues through the buffer provided by a screen or phone. For those who may feel particularly nervous or anxious during face-to-face counselling sessions, online therapy can offer an alternative means of support.

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Privacy – for those who are worried about others finding out about their treatment, online counselling can feel like it offers a higher level of privacy. Fitting seamlessly into your schedule without the need to block out more time to go and physically visit a therapist, some like the feeling of anonymity that they may feel by communicating through screens.

 

 

​​Is therapy right for me?​

If you are thinking about speaking to a therapist, it is always worth exploring the different options available to you. It can be worth considering your own unique situation and what you hope to get out of therapy.

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It’s important to find your own comfort zone. There is no right or wrong way to go about it. Remember: it’s ok to start with one method or therapist and to switch to an alternative if you don’t feel comfortable or as though things are working out for you. It’s about making sure that you find a method of communication that works best for you.

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I'm always happy to talk any questions you may have through with you - contact me for a free 30 minute chat. 

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