Joanna Evans - Art Therapy

03/09/2025

Starting therapy online can feel unfamiliar — especially if you’re used to face-to-face sessions or are navigating technology for the first time. But here’s the reassuring truth: online art therapy offers the same emotional support, creativity, and connection as meeting in person.

Starting therapy online can feel unfamiliar — especially if you’re used to face-to-face sessions or are navigating technology for the first time. But here’s the reassuring truth: online art therapy offers the same emotional support, creativity, and connection as meeting in person.

30/08/2025

Bit of weekend Arty Farty time... Remember to take time for yourself 💞

28/08/2025

In this post, I want to explore the science behind chronic depression—what’s happening in the brain, why it’s so hard to “snap out of it,” and how understanding the biology can help us move beyond stigma toward compassion.

In this post, I want to explore the science behind chronic depression—what’s happening in the brain, why it’s so hard to “snap out of it,” and how understanding the biology can help us move beyond stigma toward compassion.

23/08/2025

So very true...

20/08/2025

A couple of week ago I wrote about making art more accessible by providing clients with adaptive tools.

These photos are an example of what one of my clients use on a weekly basis (a paint brush adapted to empower her creativity)

https://www.joannaevans.com.au/blog/making-art-accessible-adaptive-tools-that-empower-creativity

15/08/2025

One of the most common misconceptions about art therapy is that you need to be “good at art” to benefit from it. Let’s bust that myth wide open. Art therapy isn’t about talent—it’s about process, presence, and personal growth.

Art Therapy for all Abilities: Busting the Myth of Artistic Skill

14/08/2025

Creative expression is more than just making art—it’s a powerful tool for emotional insight, connection, and healing. For disability support providers and sole traders offering therapeutic services, art-based activities can help clients explore their inner world in ways that feel safe, engaging, and empowering.

Creative expression is more than just making art—it’s a powerful tool for emotional insight, connection, and healing. For disability support providers and sole traders offering therapeutic services, art-based activities can help clients explore their inner world in ways that feel safe, engaging,...

13/08/2025

Another beautiful masterpiece finished this week by my gorgeous client 😍

12/08/2025

https://www.joannaevans.com.au/blog/making-art-accessible-adaptive-tools-that-empower-creativity

Art should be accessible to everyone—regardless of physical, cognitive, or sensory challenges. Adaptive tools in art therapy open doors to expression, confidence, and joy. Here’s a guide to some of the most effective tools and techniques that support diverse needs.

09/08/2025

Art should be accessible to everyone—regardless of physical, cognitive, or sensory challenges. Adaptive tools in art therapy open doors to expression, confidence, and joy. Here’s a guide to some of the most effective tools and techniques that support diverse needs.

Making Art Accessible: Adaptive Tools That Empower Creativity

09/08/2025

In disability support work, clarity isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. A well-crafted service agreement sets the tone for collaboration, safety, and mutual respect.

Click on the link to learn more:

In disability support work, clarity isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. A well-crafted service agreement sets the tone for collaboration, safety, and mutual respect.

05/08/2025

Want to know how to set up as a sole trader for disability services but don't know how or have the time to find out?

Click on the link to find out more about The Sole Trader Set-Up Package for Disability Providers. Whether you are a Support Worker, Aged Care Worker, Cleaner, or Specialised Therapist; this guide will help you!

Setting up as a sole trader can feel empowering but also overwhelming at the same time. My aim is to make things easier for you.