Art therapy can be a particularly helpful approach when working with children as it offers a way to communicate experiences that may be difficult to put into words. Through play and creative expression, the child’s inner world can be gently explored and understood, helping them to make sense of complex or overwhelming experiences with the therapist’s support.

While sessions with children are one-to-one and confidential, meaningful work often involves collaboration with parents and caregivers. This may include regular parent or caregiver meetings to reflect on the child’s needs and to support the therapeutic process at home. At times, this can also involve exploring the parents’ own experiences and dynamics, while always keeping the child’s wellbeing at the centre of the work.