Art Therapy Counselling in Mid North Coast, NSW
I offer a unique blend of evidence-based therapy methods at Spring to Mind, including ACT, CBT, strength and solution-based therapy, mindfulness, motivation techniques, and expressive arts therapies like art, music and drama therapy.
In my practice as a counsellor and expressive arts therapist, I provide a safe and supportive environment for those experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, or significant life changes. My therapeutic process supports your exploration of feelings and experiences whilst promoting personal growth, resilience and empowerment at every step of your journey. Diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and innovation are essential elements in my practice.
I offer a unique blend of evidence-based therapy methods at Spring to Mind, including ACT, CBT, strength and solution-based therapy, mindfulness, motivation techniques, and expressive arts therapies like art, music and drama therapy.
In my practice as a counsellor and expressive arts therapist, I provide a safe and supportive environment for those experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, or significant life changes. My therapeutic process supports your exploration of feelings and experiences whilst promoting personal growth, resilience and empowerment at every step of your journey. Diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and innovation are essential elements in my practice.
Tori Donnelly Counselling and Support
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
When working with older children and adults, Tori utilises psycho-education, mindfulness, relaxation strategies, art-based therapies, CBT and skills training.
Tori is a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker and Certified Play Therapist, specialising in sexual abuse and other forms of trauma. Tori works with children, adolescents and adults with a trauma-informed approach.
When working with older children and adults, Tori utilises psycho-education, mindfulness, relaxation strategies, art-based therapies, CBT and skills training.
Tori is a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker and Certified Play Therapist, specialising in sexual abuse and other forms of trauma. Tori works with children, adolescents and adults with a trauma-informed approach.
Therapeutic modalities I offer include EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Havening Techniques, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Tension & Trauma Release Exercises (TRE).
I specialise in assisting children, adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma from shocking/terrifying events, or developmental/complex trauma, and are struggling with symptoms such as flashbacks, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, overwhelming feelings of anger/ sadness/ anxiety/ shame, numbness, low self-worth, relationship/ boundary/ trust issues, powerlessness, and disconnection from self/others. Using a holistic approach that honours the mind-body connection, I'm dedicated to supporting individuals to transform chronic stuck patterns into deeper experiences of wellbeing, self-empowerment, freedom, joy and fulfilment.
Therapeutic modalities I offer include EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Havening Techniques, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Tension & Trauma Release Exercises (TRE).
I specialise in assisting children, adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma from shocking/terrifying events, or developmental/complex trauma, and are struggling with symptoms such as flashbacks, hypervigilance, intrusive thoughts, overwhelming feelings of anger/ sadness/ anxiety/ shame, numbness, low self-worth, relationship/ boundary/ trust issues, powerlessness, and disconnection from self/others. Using a holistic approach that honours the mind-body connection, I'm dedicated to supporting individuals to transform chronic stuck patterns into deeper experiences of wellbeing, self-empowerment, freedom, joy and fulfilment.
I primarily use Narrative and Person Centered Therapy, incorporating DBT, Art and Sand Therapy into your sessions.
I believe that we can all lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, regardless of, and in spite of our circumstances, background, abilities, diagnoses or age. My aim to help you find your purpose, and uncover the significance of your life. It is a joy is to assist clients of all ages and backgrounds, on their individual and uniquely crafted journey towards new possibilities. I use a range of counselling and psychotherapy techniques including some creative therapies.
I primarily use Narrative and Person Centered Therapy, incorporating DBT, Art and Sand Therapy into your sessions.
I believe that we can all lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, regardless of, and in spite of our circumstances, background, abilities, diagnoses or age. My aim to help you find your purpose, and uncover the significance of your life. It is a joy is to assist clients of all ages and backgrounds, on their individual and uniquely crafted journey towards new possibilities. I use a range of counselling and psychotherapy techniques including some creative therapies.
I offer analysis, Behavioral Therapy, ABA, Art as Therapy, and Emotional and Psychological support for all ages, and needs, including parents, families, schools and teachers.
I enjoy observing individuals behaviour and gently searching ways to tap in to help the individual. Just because one person may have the same diagnosis as the next does not mean that the same techniques will work. I enjoy supporting parents, siblings and teachers. A open holistic manner = best results.
I offer analysis, Behavioral Therapy, ABA, Art as Therapy, and Emotional and Psychological support for all ages, and needs, including parents, families, schools and teachers.
I enjoy observing individuals behaviour and gently searching ways to tap in to help the individual. Just because one person may have the same diagnosis as the next does not mean that the same techniques will work. I enjoy supporting parents, siblings and teachers. A open holistic manner = best results.
I hold additional accreditation in trauma-informed Art Therapy and participate in Ongoing Professional Development.
Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.
I hold additional accreditation in trauma-informed Art Therapy and participate in Ongoing Professional Development.
Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.
Hi, I provide a gentle approach to evidence based therapy for children, teens, adults and families to navigate through challenging times such as life transitions, family changes, mental health and all kinds of trauma.
You are the expert in your life and my role is to support you to help you improve your connection to self, family and life your life, your way!
Hi, I provide a gentle approach to evidence based therapy for children, teens, adults and families to navigate through challenging times such as life transitions, family changes, mental health and all kinds of trauma.
You are the expert in your life and my role is to support you to help you improve your connection to self, family and life your life, your way!
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Counselling Solution—Forster & Port Macquarie
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
When people first speak with us, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting us alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction.
When people first speak with us, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting us alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction.
One of my greatest passions is helping people live better lives. Achieving my clients' counselling goals is my ultimate reward. Understanding my client's needs and aims of counselling is essential for the best treatment. Clients need confidentiality to express their problems freely and find effective support and therapy for their psychological concerns. Clients' goals may change from session to session, therefore, supporting the clients through the counselling journey and tailoring the best treatment to their needs is crucial.
One of my greatest passions is helping people live better lives. Achieving my clients' counselling goals is my ultimate reward. Understanding my client's needs and aims of counselling is essential for the best treatment. Clients need confidentiality to express their problems freely and find effective support and therapy for their psychological concerns. Clients' goals may change from session to session, therefore, supporting the clients through the counselling journey and tailoring the best treatment to their needs is crucial.
The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
Aarthi is registered as a clinical counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She brings over 10 years of experience working directly with clients from all walks of life. Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. She has experience using trauma informed, strengths-based and outcomes focussed practices. Aarthi is dedicated to providing a service that is person-centred.
Aarthi is registered as a clinical counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She brings over 10 years of experience working directly with clients from all walks of life. Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. She has experience using trauma informed, strengths-based and outcomes focussed practices. Aarthi is dedicated to providing a service that is person-centred.
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Art Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.