Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that combines traditional talking therapy and creative expression. The creative process is used to explore emotions and deepen self-understanding in order to facilitate well-being, offering a gentle and often non-verbal way to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

You do not need to be artistic or have any previous experience with art to benefit from art therapy. The focus is not on creating “good” art, but on using materials and image-making as a way to communicate, reflect, and process what may feel difficult to put into words.

Yes. Art therapy is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that combines psychodynamic theory with creative expression.

Research has shown that art therapy can be effective in helping people manage a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.

If you are curious about the evidence base for art therapy, please reach out and I am happy to share resources.

Sessions are tailored to your individual needs, and can look very different from person to person. 

The session may involve talking, making, or a combination of both, and we will gently reflect on your experience towards the end. There can be as little or as much art-making as you like.

We usually begin with a brief check-in to explore how you are feeling and what you might want to focus on. You may then choose to engage in creative work using materials such as drawing, painting, collage, or clay.

Some people prefer to work mainly through talking alongside art-making, others prefer to work quietly and might reflect on the process later, while for others still, art-making might not always feel right and they prefer to spend the session talking. There is no “right” way to engage.

There is no age limit for art therapy, and it can benefit people throughout the lifespan. In my practice, I work with children aged 5 and above, including young people, adults, and older adults. Sessions are tailored to each individual's age, needs, and therapeutic goals.

For sessions in person, I will be providing a selection of art materials. For online sessions, ideally you will have a mix of drawing, painting, and sculpting materials. If you want to stick to a smaller art pack, or know you’ll only want to use certain materials, that’s okay too. It’s up to you.

Sessions are typically 50 minutes and held weekly, though we can agree on a rhythm that best suits your needs.

The length of therapy varies from person to person. There is no fixed timeline—some people come for a short period of focused support, while others prefer longer-term work. We’ll move at a pace that suits you, without rushing towards an ending or extending things beyond what’s needed. How long therapy takes depends on how long it takes for you to feel better and to feel ready to end therapy.

The frequency of art therapy sessions depends on your child's individual needs, goals, and circumstances. In most cases, weekly sessions are recommended, as regular attendance helps build a trusting therapeutic relationship and provides consistency.

Some children may benefit from more frequent sessions during particularly challenging periods, while others may attend less often as they progress. This is something we will discuss and agree together, and can be reviewed periodically, to ensure the support remains appropriate for your child.

The fee for a session is €50. I offer a limited number of reduced-fee and solidarity-rate slots to support accessibility for people with lower incomes or financial difficulty. These spaces are offered based on availability.

If you would like to be considered for a reduced-fee or solidarity-rate space, please mention this when you contact me. Availability changes depending on my current caseload, and I will let you know what is possible at the time.

I do not ask for detailed or personal financial information to determine eligibility for reduced-fee spaces. I work on an honour-based approach and trust clients to assess their own circumstances honestly.