A Safe Space to Create and Heal

Colchester based Art Therapy

What is Art Therapy?

Art therapy is for everyone — no artistic skills are needed. What matters most is your willingness to engage with the materials. It can be especially helpful for people who find it difficult to talk about their emotions.

Art therapy is not an art class; the focus is on the process of creating rather than the finished artwork. In art therapy, creative expression is used alongside conversation with a qualified, registered art psychotherapist

Sessions typically take place in a private, safe, non-judgmental space with a range of art materials available.

The art therapist will be there to support you, whether you prefer to talk while making art or focus quietly on your creative process. The therapist may observe or gently guide the session, depending on your needs.

Benefits of Art Therapy

Self-expression

Emotional regulation

Relieves stress

Sensory experience

Boosts confidence

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About Me

My name is Rachel, and I am an Art Psychotherapist based in Colchester, Essex. I have an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College, University of London.

I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) member. I also hold an Enhanced DBS and Level 3 First Aid certificate.

I practise using a non-directive psychodynamic approach, which means you are free to use the materials in your own way. This method encourages exploration of how past experiences may influence your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

Through this process, we can build trust, self-awareness, and help you better understand your emotions and behaviours.

I have experience of working with both children and adults in various settings including schools, hospital and even outside in the woods!

I have worked with clients with numerous issues including

•  Anger

•  Attachment issues

•  Anxiety & Depression  

•  ADHD, Autism, Neurodiversity 

•  Low self esteem & confidence 

•  Family separation 

•  ODD & PDA 

•  Domestic violence & sexual abuse

•  Psychosis 

To find out more about art therapy, click here.

Contact Me

If you feel that art therapy will benefit you, please get in touch.

I offer a free 15 minute phone call to assess your needs and to see if art therapy is for you.

Fees

60 minute art therapy session: £70 Concessions Available.

    Privacy

    Your privacy is important. Your personal information will be kept safe and secure and will only be used to contact you. 

    I adhere to current data protection legislation such the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 

    When you contact me with an enquiry about my services I will collect information to help me satisfy your enquiry. This will include your name and email address. 

    If you decide not to proceed I will ensure all your personal data is deleted within one week of your decision. If you would like me to delete this information sooner, please let me know.