Art therapy provides an alternative means of understanding ourselves, relationships, the world, and our place in it. We remind our clients that art doesn’t have to have an ‘outcome’. There is no right or wrong way of doing art. Clients are free in their expression, use and interpretation of art materials. We might give guidance but would never give instructions on how to create an artwork. It’s about experimenting, making mistakes, creating unexpected images, and discovery. We encourage our clients to explore art materials they haven’t used before and broaden their toolkit.
Being part of an art therapy group adds a different dimension to the therapy. Group participants can provide support for reflection, be a source of information and experience and can assist each other in learning new skills. All groups will be a safe, nurturing and supportive space where participants can develop themselves. Building a trusting relationship between group members is important. Therefore it is vital all group participants are committed to the group and attend all group sessions.
Tuesday Adult Group
Age: 18 +
When: Fortnightly on Tuesday from 11am-1pm
Where: At The Art of Expression
Capacity: FULL
This group provides a safe space for the adults to explore challenges, life questions, personal development and more. The therapist will set a theme for the group to work on individually. Each participant will explore the theme in a way that is relevant for them. Together with the therapist clients can discuss what themes they would work on during the therapy.
Each school term the sessions will have a new theme that supports the kids in developing new skills. The theme will guide the kids through different learning opportunities and will explore feelings, conversation skills, building confidence in self-expression/sharing thoughts/joining-in in group activities, stepping out of your comfort zone, problem solving and learning how to make/maintain friendships.
For the kids this is a comfortable and fun way to explore their creativity whilst developing new skills.
An art therapy group for young people that focuses on social connection where there is an opportunity to share challenges and personal growth in a safe environment. Each session focuses on a different theme facilitated by the art therapist. Giving the young people the space to explore a variety of methods and materials. Some examples of themes are: self-image, gratitude, school, friends, family, balance, who am I etc.
This group is a comfortable and fun way for each teen to explore feelings, learn how to express themselves, build confidence and provide support for each other.
Our innovative program ‘Success Your Way’ will help you in getting ready for that job you’ve always wanted. Our program is fun, engaging, creative and at times will challenge you.
We are here to help you gain the skills to feel confident to step into the workforce. Success Your Way is offered in a group format with individualised activities. This will give you time to work on your own personal skills but also to get comfortable working with others.
Success Your Way is a 3-step program.
Each step will go through the 10 week program. After the 10 weeks you will move to the next step. You will be following the same topics, deepening your knowledge and understanding along the way.
You don't have to go through all three steps. If you feel you have gained the skills you need, you can finish at the end of the 10 weeks of each step.
Art therapy provides an alternative means of understanding ourselves, relationships, the world, and our place in it. We remind our participants that art making can be about expressing ourselves in the moment, rather than focusing on an ‘outcome’. There is no right or wrong way of doing art. Participants are free in their expression, use and interpretation of art materials. Art Therapy is about experimenting, making mistakes, creating unexpected images, and discovery.
Professional Supervision is not only suitable for counsellors, arts therapists, play therapists, psychotherapists, occupational therapists or developmental educators. It is suitable to anyone who's job role it is to work with people and play a role in this person's welfare such as support workers, case managers, support coordinators and recovery coaches.
Offering your presence to another individual, extending them support and care on physical and emotional levels, can take a toll on you. Collaborating with a Professional Supervisor offers you the chance to contemplate your methods, address any client or personal concerns, and recharge.
