Expressive Arts Counselling in Healesville, VIC
Iris Ravelle Lockyer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Healesville, VIC 3777 (Online Only)
Iris is a counselling psychologist with over a decade of clinical experience working with adults in individual therapy. She is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients towards healing, growth, and wholeness. She is a non-judgemental clinician with a warm, gentle style. Iris is a neurodiversity affirming therapist, and she is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and aware.
Iris is a counselling psychologist with over a decade of clinical experience working with adults in individual therapy. She is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients towards healing, growth, and wholeness. She is a non-judgemental clinician with a warm, gentle style. Iris is a neurodiversity affirming therapist, and she is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and aware.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that no longer serve you? You are not alone. We all have times in our lives when we are called to change, to break out of deeply-rooted habits that have held us back. Counselling can help you to navigate transitions and the emotional storms these shifts often bring - to make sense of your experiences, gain clarity about your choices, and to feel heard and understood.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that no longer serve you? You are not alone. We all have times in our lives when we are called to change, to break out of deeply-rooted habits that have held us back. Counselling can help you to navigate transitions and the emotional storms these shifts often bring - to make sense of your experiences, gain clarity about your choices, and to feel heard and understood.
Online Therapists
The expressive arts can help to tap into subconscious thoughts, reactions and feelings and is a really calming, fun and interesting way to access our selves.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
The expressive arts can help to tap into subconscious thoughts, reactions and feelings and is a really calming, fun and interesting way to access our selves.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
Somatic Psychotherapy with Laura Emilia
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toorak, VIC 3142
My sessions integrate a blend of bodywork, somatic humanistic psychology, trauma-informed care, yogic philosophy, process work, psychotherapy, movement education & expressive arts.
I'm a certified somatic psychotherapist, counsellor, mover, yoga teacher & bodyworker. With more than a decade of experience in body-based therapies. I support individuals who are seeking to transform stress, trauma, anxiety, PTSD and depression through a somatic & spiritually-oriented approach to therapy. I use a somatic approach by reducing stress and anxiety physiologically, through changing the autonomic nervous system & discharging trauma and by working with embodiment practices. I work with a non-dual lens that mind, body, spirit are one, that each individual is already whole & supporting the removal of obstacles in the way.
My sessions integrate a blend of bodywork, somatic humanistic psychology, trauma-informed care, yogic philosophy, process work, psychotherapy, movement education & expressive arts.
I'm a certified somatic psychotherapist, counsellor, mover, yoga teacher & bodyworker. With more than a decade of experience in body-based therapies. I support individuals who are seeking to transform stress, trauma, anxiety, PTSD and depression through a somatic & spiritually-oriented approach to therapy. I use a somatic approach by reducing stress and anxiety physiologically, through changing the autonomic nervous system & discharging trauma and by working with embodiment practices. I work with a non-dual lens that mind, body, spirit are one, that each individual is already whole & supporting the removal of obstacles in the way.
Megan E Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Saint Kilda, VIC 3182 (Online Only)
She uses evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, narrative and expressive arts therapy.
Megan focuses on helping individuals embrace life's joys and challenges. Megan is committed to providing guidance and support for individuals navigating the complexities of life and mental illness on their path towards healing and fulfilment.
She uses evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, narrative and expressive arts therapy.
Megan focuses on helping individuals embrace life's joys and challenges. Megan is committed to providing guidance and support for individuals navigating the complexities of life and mental illness on their path towards healing and fulfilment.
Kind Connections - Counselling & Play Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Saint Kilda, VIC 3182
Waitlist for new clients
As a Play Therapist, I use a combination of expressive arts & play-based modalities to engage children in the therapeutic process.
As a Registered Play Therapist (APTA), I provide play therapy support for children aged 3 - 10 with a wide range of social, emotional & behavioural challenges. I am also a Family Violence Counsellor (PACFA Reg. Clinical), & an EMDR practitioner with a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship care families. I provide counselling to adults impacted by complex trauma, as well as parent/caregiver victim-survivors of FV (especially when consent cannot be obtained for a child victim-survivor to access therapy). I can provide my services to both Self-Managed & Plan-managed individuals through the NDIS.
As a Play Therapist, I use a combination of expressive arts & play-based modalities to engage children in the therapeutic process.
As a Registered Play Therapist (APTA), I provide play therapy support for children aged 3 - 10 with a wide range of social, emotional & behavioural challenges. I am also a Family Violence Counsellor (PACFA Reg. Clinical), & an EMDR practitioner with a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship care families. I provide counselling to adults impacted by complex trauma, as well as parent/caregiver victim-survivors of FV (especially when consent cannot be obtained for a child victim-survivor to access therapy). I can provide my services to both Self-Managed & Plan-managed individuals through the NDIS.
Tend Mental Health - Dr Jessica Laird
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Heathmont, VIC 3135
Hi there, I'm Dr. Jessica Laird, director of Tend Mental Health & a dedicated, compassionate clinical psychologist committed to supporting children, young people, & women navigating the complexities of trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety/mood challenges, & eating disorders. I also support those who have endured sexual exploitation, abuse, & family violence. I offer neuroaffirming therapy & assessments (ADHD, Autism) & a gender-affirming space for people of all cultures & faiths. It is my privilege to walk alongside those seeking care.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Jessica Laird, director of Tend Mental Health & a dedicated, compassionate clinical psychologist committed to supporting children, young people, & women navigating the complexities of trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety/mood challenges, & eating disorders. I also support those who have endured sexual exploitation, abuse, & family violence. I offer neuroaffirming therapy & assessments (ADHD, Autism) & a gender-affirming space for people of all cultures & faiths. It is my privilege to walk alongside those seeking care.
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
Creating Wellbeing Melbourne
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Glenroy, VIC 3046
***PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL*** Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent registered supervisor (I avoids using the term ‘clinical’ to describe the supervision work I do, as I prefer to use non-clinical language in my approaches), arts therapist, and psychotherapist with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals.
***PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL*** Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent registered supervisor (I avoids using the term ‘clinical’ to describe the supervision work I do, as I prefer to use non-clinical language in my approaches), arts therapist, and psychotherapist with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals.
White Spaces Creative Arts Therapy (Suzanne Pata)
Counsellor, AThR
Verified Verified
Eltham, VIC 3095
Hi, I'm Suzanne and my passion is helping to positively support people of all ages through the use of therapeutic creative arts. My approach is individualised, empathic, trauma informed, and supportive and affirming of all genders and neurodiversity. I aim to provide you a with safe, judgement free space, where I can be a companion on your journey to support you with making positive changes in your life. My main areas of interest include mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, PTSD and Complex PTSD, grief support, coping with the effects of family violence, sexual abuse, and alcohol and other drugs.
Hi, I'm Suzanne and my passion is helping to positively support people of all ages through the use of therapeutic creative arts. My approach is individualised, empathic, trauma informed, and supportive and affirming of all genders and neurodiversity. I aim to provide you a with safe, judgement free space, where I can be a companion on your journey to support you with making positive changes in your life. My main areas of interest include mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, PTSD and Complex PTSD, grief support, coping with the effects of family violence, sexual abuse, and alcohol and other drugs.
Suzanne Herrity IFS & Somatic IFS
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upwey, VIC 3158
I am a Psychotherapist and I offer IFS & Somatic IFS as the foundations of how I work. I have completed IFS Training Level 1 & 2 (special topic was Addiction and Eating Disorders) through the IFS Institute & Somatic IFS Training. I work with those who have experienced Trauma ,Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness & Autoimmune Concerns Eating Distress, Self Criticism,Migrants living away from home.
I am a Psychotherapist and I offer IFS & Somatic IFS as the foundations of how I work. I have completed IFS Training Level 1 & 2 (special topic was Addiction and Eating Disorders) through the IFS Institute & Somatic IFS Training. I work with those who have experienced Trauma ,Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness & Autoimmune Concerns Eating Distress, Self Criticism,Migrants living away from home.
I’m Alisoun, a Creative Arts and Somatic Therapist in Cowes, Phillip Island. I have learned through life experience and formal study to use creative expression, embodiment, and inquiry as powerful guides through some of life’s complex and difficult matters. I work with both children and adults, adopting a collaborative approach and offering 'more-than-verbal' methods for communication, understanding, and self-expression. I have a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice and am in my final year of training in Somatic Experiencing (c).
I’m Alisoun, a Creative Arts and Somatic Therapist in Cowes, Phillip Island. I have learned through life experience and formal study to use creative expression, embodiment, and inquiry as powerful guides through some of life’s complex and difficult matters. I work with both children and adults, adopting a collaborative approach and offering 'more-than-verbal' methods for communication, understanding, and self-expression. I have a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice and am in my final year of training in Somatic Experiencing (c).
Alyona Kobevka - A Healing Bridge
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chelsea, VIC 3196 (Online Only)
Are you seeking a holistic and body-oriented style of therapy that respects the full spectrum of your human experience? My roots are in process work: a dynamic blend between Jungian psychology and nature-honoring shamanistic/spiritual traditions, with a focus on supporting your natural drive towards healing and wholeness. I work with women & men who are seeking a nourishing and empowering space to face the difficult and hidden dimensions of their lives. In my work, I most enjoy exploring the areas of sexuality & spirituality; relationships & love; power dynamics; grief & death; major life transitions; and healing with psychedelics.
Are you seeking a holistic and body-oriented style of therapy that respects the full spectrum of your human experience? My roots are in process work: a dynamic blend between Jungian psychology and nature-honoring shamanistic/spiritual traditions, with a focus on supporting your natural drive towards healing and wholeness. I work with women & men who are seeking a nourishing and empowering space to face the difficult and hidden dimensions of their lives. In my work, I most enjoy exploring the areas of sexuality & spirituality; relationships & love; power dynamics; grief & death; major life transitions; and healing with psychedelics.
Individuals and families may be grappling with personal challenges, yearning for a deeper understanding of themselves and seeking empowerment through creative expression. They appreciate the importance of cultural sensitivity in their therapeutic process, desiring a safe and inclusive space that respects their diverse background. This client values navigating between multiple cultural identities and desires a therapist who comprehends their unique complexities. Their ideal experience involves tailored interventions that integrate creative expression, cultural sensitivity, and third culture therapy.
Individuals and families may be grappling with personal challenges, yearning for a deeper understanding of themselves and seeking empowerment through creative expression. They appreciate the importance of cultural sensitivity in their therapeutic process, desiring a safe and inclusive space that respects their diverse background. This client values navigating between multiple cultural identities and desires a therapist who comprehends their unique complexities. Their ideal experience involves tailored interventions that integrate creative expression, cultural sensitivity, and third culture therapy.
As a Masters qualified Arts Therapist, Counsellor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (lvl 2) I work with a collaborative and curious approach. I specialise in life transitions, complicated grief and loss, emotional challenges, relationships and trauma healing. Together we will explore your experience of the world, your emotions, relationships and patterns using somatic interventions alongside creative expression, supported by narrative and talk therapy. I have experience working across all ages with extensive experience with grief and trauma. I strive for an open hearted, inclusive practice towards positive transformation.
As a Masters qualified Arts Therapist, Counsellor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (lvl 2) I work with a collaborative and curious approach. I specialise in life transitions, complicated grief and loss, emotional challenges, relationships and trauma healing. Together we will explore your experience of the world, your emotions, relationships and patterns using somatic interventions alongside creative expression, supported by narrative and talk therapy. I have experience working across all ages with extensive experience with grief and trauma. I strive for an open hearted, inclusive practice towards positive transformation.
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
If you suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidal Ideation, self harm or have experienced trauma in your life, then Victoria Art therapy is the professional company that can help you achieve a clearer and positive sense of well-being. The Art Therapy work undertaken with clients, is informed by current and emerging research, that best supports people to shift and develop. We provide our clients with a ‘healing environment’, that consistently nurtures, maintains safety, security and emotional support. We deliver a number of therapeutic approaches, to ensure we are providing the best possible outcomes for our clients.
If you suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidal Ideation, self harm or have experienced trauma in your life, then Victoria Art therapy is the professional company that can help you achieve a clearer and positive sense of well-being. The Art Therapy work undertaken with clients, is informed by current and emerging research, that best supports people to shift and develop. We provide our clients with a ‘healing environment’, that consistently nurtures, maintains safety, security and emotional support. We deliver a number of therapeutic approaches, to ensure we are providing the best possible outcomes for our clients.
At different times in our lives we may need support and guidance. This may be to overcome unhelpful patterns or resolve painful emotions. Through a collaborative approach I assist people to reconnect with their strengths and inner resources. In addition my Family Therapy training enables me to help people develop more fulfilling relationships.
At different times in our lives we may need support and guidance. This may be to overcome unhelpful patterns or resolve painful emotions. Through a collaborative approach I assist people to reconnect with their strengths and inner resources. In addition my Family Therapy training enables me to help people develop more fulfilling relationships.
Estelle is a Clinical Psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, & Neuro-Affective Touch Foundation Graduate - working with the body’s intelligence to resolve trauma, shock & chronic stress. She is a PACFA accredited Clinical Supervisor and holds a Clinical Master’s Degree in Mental Health Sciences, Flinders Dept of Psychiatry. Estelle’s initial training was in dual diagnosis inpatient treatment (substance use & complex trauma) and she is currently training in Structural, Systemic & Family Constellations work, supporting the healing of the inter-generational transmission trauma through the ancestral lineage.
Estelle is a Clinical Psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, & Neuro-Affective Touch Foundation Graduate - working with the body’s intelligence to resolve trauma, shock & chronic stress. She is a PACFA accredited Clinical Supervisor and holds a Clinical Master’s Degree in Mental Health Sciences, Flinders Dept of Psychiatry. Estelle’s initial training was in dual diagnosis inpatient treatment (substance use & complex trauma) and she is currently training in Structural, Systemic & Family Constellations work, supporting the healing of the inter-generational transmission trauma through the ancestral lineage.
Hi, I’m Kiki (she/her), a Master’s qualified Art Therapist offering Community Art Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults. I provide face-to-face, online, and nature-based sessions using evidence-based, trauma-informed techniques for private and NDIS clients. My lived experience of neurodiversity helps me create neuro-affirming spaces for healing and growth. I view Community Art Therapy as a means to enhance emotional resilience and build meaningful connections through connections to storytelling and nature.
Hi, I’m Kiki (she/her), a Master’s qualified Art Therapist offering Community Art Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults. I provide face-to-face, online, and nature-based sessions using evidence-based, trauma-informed techniques for private and NDIS clients. My lived experience of neurodiversity helps me create neuro-affirming spaces for healing and growth. I view Community Art Therapy as a means to enhance emotional resilience and build meaningful connections through connections to storytelling and nature.
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What happens in expressive arts therapy?
In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.
How long does expressive arts therapy take?
An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.
How does expressive arts therapy help children?
Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.
What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?
Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.