I am passionate about the art of therapy – co-creating a unique therapeutic space that makes each client feel safe, heard and emotionally held so that they can embark on a journey of self-discovery, insight, and authentic empowerment. Art therapy is a powerful tool for self-expression and is helpful way of working with whatever is going on that is making us stuck, unhappy, angry or upset. No previous skill or experience of making art is necessary because it is more about the process than the final product. Whether you are looking for insights and growth or find speaking about your situation difficult, why not try art therapy. I am informed by Jungian thinking, the approaches of Process Oriented Psychology and mindfulness practices. I believe in the wisdom of the body. This means that in a session we might explore dreams, work with movement and body sensations, and engage in writing in addition to making images. I have experience in working in community settings. I have worked in schools, NGO's, children's homes and shelters for women, with home based care workers and teenagers in holiday programmes. Art therapy is very effective for situations where language is often a barrier. I am a registered Art Psychotherapist with a two year Masters Degree in Art Therapy from the Queen Margaret University College in Edinburgh and a Post Graduate Diploma in Fine Art from UCT.
