A Gestalt Expressive Arts Approach to Working with Children

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The Violet Oaklander Projective Arts Approach to Gestalt Therapy with Children and Young Persons.
Part 1: Working Creatively in Therapy with Drawing, Clay & Sand. Feb 20–22, 2026.



With Jon Blend, MA Psych, Dip Child, CQSW
UKCP & NCPS accred psychotherapist, child psychotherapist,
supervisor and trainer; Member: Child Psychotherapy Council, Board Advisor: Violet Oaklander Foundation; Faculty IATE (Therapeutic Counselling & Wellbeing diploma)
Director: Gazebo Training School (London)
www.gacp.co.uk

The course
This ’taster’ training in Violet Oaklander's approach to therapy with young people takes place on 3 consecutive days in person
It is a ’stand-alone' introduction to Oaklander’s projective arts- based therapy method.

Participants will form a learning community enabling them to acquire knowledge and skills, working together in a small group setting.

Venue

The course takes place in London W3 6DX. Situated 4 mins walk from Acton Central Overground Station ( Mildmay Line); 15 mins walk from Acton Main Line Station (connects Paddington/ Heathrow).

Dates: Friday 20- Sunday 22, February 2026.
Hours: 10am -1pm, 2-5pm with breaks .
The area is well served by cafes and restaurants.

Fee.
The price of this course is £350 per person, payable by bacs - details on application. A non-refundable deposit of £150 secures your place.

Includes: recommended reading list, worksheets ,use of materials, refreshments. An attendance certificate is issued by Gazebo Training School on completion of the course.

Further details: contact course tutor: Jon Blend MA jon.blend335@gmail.com .

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