Highlands Holistic Art Therapy

21/04/2026

Creative Space calendar is available at this link

https://www.vinnies.org.au/nsw/find-help/inclusion/creative-space-community-outreach?fbclid=IwdGRjcART-9hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEekIB16TmFcSoww1mQPmXX_WNlLOIp2Y6dt7gNL4bKCIkVgic1fTnATFjOzZU_aem_ANucAuYGmoXGNn2WKQ2XsA

Creative Space Community Outreach is an informal and inclusive community outreach program, located across the Southern Highlands, for adults run by the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW.

20/03/2026

24/01/2026

I find it difficult to know what to share while supporting clients who don’t share my values, Jeff does this well. While this isn’t the US, people in Australia are being way more vocal about their bigotry, including in the therapy space. My personal and professional ethical code doesn’t allow me to discriminate.

30/09/2025

A post to save for when you want to be supportive to a friend

08/09/2025

I was listening to an interview with Rosie O’Donnell on the No Filter podcast today and liked what she said about empathy. There area lot of people, myself included, who feel strong emotions about things happening to strangers in far away places.

Rosie talked about crying over the Vietnam war as a child, when other people can put a wall up. Her therapist explained it as some people have windows with fly screens, glass, curtains, blinds, sometimes shutters, but Rosie always has her windows open.

I like that analogy.

(Also sorry for being so absent, I have been so busy!)

02/08/2025

Studio Spotlight: Creative Space Southern Highlands

More than just a studio - Creative Space is a mobile, inclusive hub that brings art, connection and creativity to life across the Shire. From drop-in sessions and community catch-ups to workshops and skill-building, Creative Space is a welcoming place for everyone - whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or pursuing a professional arts practice.

This November, Creative Space joins the Southern Highlands Arts Trail, showcasing a vibrant collective of makers who share a passion for creativity, community and belonging.

Discover creativity in motion - visit Creative Space on the Trail and meet the artists shaping their stories in shared spaces.

Artist Credit: Creative Space Southern Highlands
Creative Space Southern Highlands

02/08/2025

Join us on Thursday 14 August 2025 for a Cost of Living Info Session!
FREE LUNCH with our friends - Vinnies Vans.
You can also pick up/ hear about handy info for you or someone you know AND there are kids activities! 🙂
Creative Space Southern Highlands is operating just down the road on this day too
at TAFE NSW - Moss Vale 10-2
Feel welcome to drop in on the way or afterwards if you have been wanting to see what it’s all about!
ALL Creative Space Community Outreach sessions and workshops are free and are offered across the shire - a great opportunity to learn something new and or meet new people in relaxed venues.

Vinnies Wollongong

26/05/2025

National Sorry Day is held to remember the Stolen Generations, acknowledging the history of injustice, remembering, reflecting and reconciling. Working to bring together all Australians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous.

*Image from saaccon.org.au

20/05/2025

The Fold is sharing stories about volunteering this week, I’m proud to be a local volunteer

20/05/2025

Rabbit sat with their younger self…
“You are safe,” said Rabbit, “and you are loved.”

©Tara Shannon, 2021