Creative Therapy Support Groups in East Sussex

The Andala Journey Therapy Marathon is a two-day intensive group experience for psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainees who wish to explore their own depth through creativity and relational process. Blending Transactional Analysis, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Art Therapy, and Dance Movement Psychotherapy, the marathon invites participants to move beyond words and engage with the unconscious through image, body, and dialogue. Guided by three facilitators in a small group setting, it offers both individual work within the group and collective exploration. Includes traditional Italian lunch and refreshments. Counts as personal therapy or CPD hours.
Photo of Giovanni Felice Pace, Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Hosted by Giovanni Felice Pace
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Group meets in Hove BN3
The Andala Journey Therapy Marathon is a two-day intensive group experience for psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainees who wish to explore their own depth through creativity and relational process. Blending Transactional Analysis, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Art Therapy, and Dance Movement Psychotherapy, the marathon invites participants to move beyond words and engage with the unconscious through image, body, and dialogue. Guided by three facilitators in a small group setting, it offers both individual work within the group and collective exploration. Includes traditional Italian lunch and refreshments. Counts as personal therapy or CPD hours.
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Currently Collecting Names (will run when reaches 6 people). A supportive space for adults experiencing burnout, overwhelm, shutdown or emotional numbness. We explore nervous system regulation, sustainable pace, boundaries, identity roles and recovery from chronic coping modes. IFS-informed and creative approaches help you reconnect with energy, agency and a grounded sense of self.
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Hosted by Wendy Reed
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Group meets in Seaford BN25
Currently Collecting Names (will run when reaches 6 people). A supportive space for adults experiencing burnout, overwhelm, shutdown or emotional numbness. We explore nervous system regulation, sustainable pace, boundaries, identity roles and recovery from chronic coping modes. IFS-informed and creative approaches help you reconnect with energy, agency and a grounded sense of self.
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I co-run this quarterly group with Steven Eserin. This is a space where you can take time to really explore aspects of yourself at depth with the support of peers and two experienced facilitators. It is a place where you can be supported to challenge yourself to come into contact with others and yourself authentically. The groups are usually no more than 7 people. Visit suorosa.com for info and Eventbrite Personal Development Day link.
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Hosted by Su Orosa
Counsellor, MBACP
Group meets in Eastbourne BN22
I co-run this quarterly group with Steven Eserin. This is a space where you can take time to really explore aspects of yourself at depth with the support of peers and two experienced facilitators. It is a place where you can be supported to challenge yourself to come into contact with others and yourself authentically. The groups are usually no more than 7 people. Visit suorosa.com for info and Eventbrite Personal Development Day link.
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6-week group, running for 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings, 6pm - 7:30pm (90mins). We will meet online - on zoom - for the 6 weeks, in a group of 6-8 people (max). All group members will have a 1-to-1 assessment session with me beforehand, to check that you would find group therapy sessions beneficial, and to explore your goals. The cost of the group is £250 in total, which can be paid in instalments. This works out at £35 per group session, plus £40 for the assessment session.
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Hosted by Rebecca Wilson Green
Psychotherapist, MA
Group meets in Brighton BN1
6-week group, running for 6 consecutive Wednesday evenings, 6pm - 7:30pm (90mins). We will meet online - on zoom - for the 6 weeks, in a group of 6-8 people (max). All group members will have a 1-to-1 assessment session with me beforehand, to check that you would find group therapy sessions beneficial, and to explore your goals. The cost of the group is £250 in total, which can be paid in instalments. This works out at £35 per group session, plus £40 for the assessment session.
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When we practice, we can feel alone with the work. One of the roles group supervision has is to remedy this. As a supervisor, I aim as creating a thriving, generous, nurturing space for other therapists and counsellors to share, learn and develop in their work and careers and provide safety and quality support to the clients. These face to face and online Supervision Groups there for training, qualified and experienced therapists.
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Hosted by Laurence Baretto de Souza
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Seaford BN25
When we practice, we can feel alone with the work. One of the roles group supervision has is to remedy this. As a supervisor, I aim as creating a thriving, generous, nurturing space for other therapists and counsellors to share, learn and develop in their work and careers and provide safety and quality support to the clients. These face to face and online Supervision Groups there for training, qualified and experienced therapists.
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Online Groups

A group for people wanting to explore life transitions such as menopause and children leaving home
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Hosted by Nicki Wisbey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Group meets in Southampton SO17
A group for people wanting to explore life transitions such as menopause and children leaving home
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Do you feel stressed? Do you struggle on teaching your kids? Do your kids have any SEN problems? Do you want to find the best way to help you and your kids?This Play and Creative emotional group can help you start a new journey in your life.
Photo of San Wong, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Hosted by San Wong
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Group meets in London E14
Do you feel stressed? Do you struggle on teaching your kids? Do your kids have any SEN problems? Do you want to find the best way to help you and your kids?This Play and Creative emotional group can help you start a new journey in your life.
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This group offers a compassionate and safe space for anyone navigating the pain of loss. Whether your grief is six months old or long-held you are welcome here. Through gentle sharing, deep listening, and the presence of others who understand, you will be reminded you are not alone. Grief is not something you 'get over' - it's something we learn to move with as our lives grow around it. This group offers space to explore the grief that shapes you, teaches you, and transforms you over time. Together we will honor your process and support one another.
Photo of Lisa Goldsmith, Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Hosted by Lisa Goldsmith
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Group meets in London SW6
This group offers a compassionate and safe space for anyone navigating the pain of loss. Whether your grief is six months old or long-held you are welcome here. Through gentle sharing, deep listening, and the presence of others who understand, you will be reminded you are not alone. Grief is not something you 'get over' - it's something we learn to move with as our lives grow around it. This group offers space to explore the grief that shapes you, teaches you, and transforms you over time. Together we will honor your process and support one another.
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Our path to healing together. Healing and self-discovery don’t have to be solitary pursuits. Joining a men’s therapy and support group offers a unique chance to confront life’s challenges alongside others who genuinely relate. Group therapy brings an added layer of connection, fostering growth through shared experiences. In this space, you’re not only exploring your own journey but doing so within a community of like-minded peers. This group is built on the principles of group analytic creative psychotherapy, offering men a collaborative environment to work through life’s obstacles. Grow, Connect, and Heal.
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Hosted by Dan Skili - Creative Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
Group meets in London SE1
Our path to healing together. Healing and self-discovery don’t have to be solitary pursuits. Joining a men’s therapy and support group offers a unique chance to confront life’s challenges alongside others who genuinely relate. Group therapy brings an added layer of connection, fostering growth through shared experiences. In this space, you’re not only exploring your own journey but doing so within a community of like-minded peers. This group is built on the principles of group analytic creative psychotherapy, offering men a collaborative environment to work through life’s obstacles. Grow, Connect, and Heal.
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Is self doubt and self-criticism blocking your ability to express yourself freely? Join us for a safe and supportive group offering you the chance to boost your natural creativity and connection with others, while working through personal issues in a dynamic creative recovery process. In this personal development group you can expect to sharpen your imagination, learn more about yourself and experience 'aha!' moments of insight.
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Hosted by Kelly Field
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Group meets in London EC2A
Is self doubt and self-criticism blocking your ability to express yourself freely? Join us for a safe and supportive group offering you the chance to boost your natural creativity and connection with others, while working through personal issues in a dynamic creative recovery process. In this personal development group you can expect to sharpen your imagination, learn more about yourself and experience 'aha!' moments of insight.
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Relationships shape every aspect of our lives, yet they can often feel complicated, challenging, or even overwhelming. This online group provides a supportive space to explore the dynamics of your relationships – whether with partners, family members, or friends – while developing deeper self-awareness and practical skills to foster healthier connections. Limited to 8 members, weekly sessions focus on understanding attachment styles and how they influence relationships; learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries; identifying patterns blocking connection; developing effective communication skills; and navigating conflict resolution with confidence and clarity. Next group starts early October 2025. To apply: lysakelly@icloud.com
Photo of Lysa Kelly, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Hosted by Lysa Kelly
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Group meets in London NW1
Relationships shape every aspect of our lives, yet they can often feel complicated, challenging, or even overwhelming. This online group provides a supportive space to explore the dynamics of your relationships – whether with partners, family members, or friends – while developing deeper self-awareness and practical skills to foster healthier connections. Limited to 8 members, weekly sessions focus on understanding attachment styles and how they influence relationships; learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries; identifying patterns blocking connection; developing effective communication skills; and navigating conflict resolution with confidence and clarity. Next group starts early October 2025. To apply: lysakelly@icloud.com
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Healing Grief in Nature is a programme of 6 weekly meetings for people who are bereaved following the death of a partner. The group will begin on Thursday 24 April to 29 May 2025, 2 to 4.30pm, taking place in the holding environment of Braywick Nature Reserve. In the first part of each supportive group, facilitated by psychotherapist Esther Ramsay-Jones, you will be invited to share your experience of grief in conjunction with nature. The second part will focus on restorative activities, led by Alistair Will, nature guide, Environment Engagement Manager for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Photo of Esther Ramsay-Jones, Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Hosted by Esther Ramsay-Jones
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Group meets in Maidenhead SL6
Healing Grief in Nature is a programme of 6 weekly meetings for people who are bereaved following the death of a partner. The group will begin on Thursday 24 April to 29 May 2025, 2 to 4.30pm, taking place in the holding environment of Braywick Nature Reserve. In the first part of each supportive group, facilitated by psychotherapist Esther Ramsay-Jones, you will be invited to share your experience of grief in conjunction with nature. The second part will focus on restorative activities, led by Alistair Will, nature guide, Environment Engagement Manager for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
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LADIES! COME TO ‘PENNIES’ WHAT IS ‘PENNIES’? It is a Creative Arts (therapeutic) well-being group facilitated by us, especially for women who may be lonely, stressed, anxious, or just need something to look forward to, a place to have some ‘ME’ time. Somewhere to build meaningful connections with others. WHAT TO EXPECT! A group of between 10 and 20 like-minded, supportive women doing guided creative and written activities including painting, drawing, clay, collage, etc. facilitated by us. A safe and confidential space, in essence a CIRCLE OF TRUST. We hope to see you there.
Photo of Rosie Heartland - Rosie at Changing 'Arts and Minds, Counsellor, MA, BACP
Hosted by Rosie at Changing 'Arts and Minds
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Group meets in Basingstoke RG23
In our sessions, you will be able to use art materials to explore the issues that are troubling you.
LADIES! COME TO ‘PENNIES’ WHAT IS ‘PENNIES’? It is a Creative Arts (therapeutic) well-being group facilitated by us, especially for women who may be lonely, stressed, anxious, or just need something to look forward to, a place to have some ‘ME’ time. Somewhere to build meaningful connections with others. WHAT TO EXPECT! A group of between 10 and 20 like-minded, supportive women doing guided creative and written activities including painting, drawing, clay, collage, etc. facilitated by us. A safe and confidential space, in essence a CIRCLE OF TRUST. We hope to see you there.
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We are a photography-based mental wellness organisation.We help educate and explore mental health with the use of photography and images. The events are run by Steve Rose a qualified psychotherapist and Luke Callaghan a professional photographer. www.mensnap.co.uk. Free to join (we ask for a £3 contribution on attendance)
Photo of Steve Rose - The Wellmind Coach, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hosted by The Wellmind Coach
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in High Wycombe HP11
We are a photography-based mental wellness organisation.We help educate and explore mental health with the use of photography and images. The events are run by Steve Rose a qualified psychotherapist and Luke Callaghan a professional photographer. www.mensnap.co.uk. Free to join (we ask for a £3 contribution on attendance)
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Whether you’re facing scarcity, abundance, financial stress, or feeling stuck, your money story goes beyond facts and figures. Using Systemic Constellations, we’ll uncover hidden patterns and open new ways to shift your relationship with money. Some will explore their own money story through a Constellation, while others will support the process – both experiences bring powerful insight. Come curious. Leave with clarity, energy, and new possibilities.
Photo of Anja Trenkle - The Therapeutic Rooms - Therapy in E1, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Hosted by The Therapeutic Rooms - Therapy in E1
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Group meets in London E1
Whether you’re facing scarcity, abundance, financial stress, or feeling stuck, your money story goes beyond facts and figures. Using Systemic Constellations, we’ll uncover hidden patterns and open new ways to shift your relationship with money. Some will explore their own money story through a Constellation, while others will support the process – both experiences bring powerful insight. Come curious. Leave with clarity, energy, and new possibilities.
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Gentle somatic yoga and chi gong for women affected by disability. Includes any disability and those who are parents/carers
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Hosted by London Accessible Psychotherapy Independent Svc
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Group meets in London N10
Gentle somatic yoga and chi gong for women affected by disability. Includes any disability and those who are parents/carers
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The weekly online art therapy group has been designed to provide a space for exploring thoughts, feelings and situations using art. It's suitable for adults who feel they would benefit from ongoing, long-term support. For example; those with long term health conditions, anxiety, depression, carers. Cost: £35 per session (charged monthly, payable one month in advance of the sessions) We are now in a position to offer a limited number of reduced rate places (£25) .These reduced rate spaces are for group members who would not be able to afford to attend otherwise.
Photo of Katherine Heritage - Katherine Heritage Art Therapy Groups, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Hosted by Katherine Heritage Art Therapy Groups
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Group meets in London E8
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art making as the primary way to communicate.
The weekly online art therapy group has been designed to provide a space for exploring thoughts, feelings and situations using art. It's suitable for adults who feel they would benefit from ongoing, long-term support. For example; those with long term health conditions, anxiety, depression, carers. Cost: £35 per session (charged monthly, payable one month in advance of the sessions) We are now in a position to offer a limited number of reduced rate places (£25) .These reduced rate spaces are for group members who would not be able to afford to attend otherwise.
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This 75-minute-long session takes place weekly with a maximum of 8 participants and 1 facilitator. Here we will delve deeper into living a life in recovery, and how to sustain and expand your recovery journey so that you continue to grow and flourish. The work with group dynamics will continue and new behaviours that facilitate further healing will continue to be encouraged, alongside an exploration of recovery-based themes such as spirituality and creativity.
Photo of Caroline Jench - CLiK Therapy, Psychotherapist, MA
Hosted by CLiK Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
Group meets in London SW10
This 75-minute-long session takes place weekly with a maximum of 8 participants and 1 facilitator. Here we will delve deeper into living a life in recovery, and how to sustain and expand your recovery journey so that you continue to grow and flourish. The work with group dynamics will continue and new behaviours that facilitate further healing will continue to be encouraged, alongside an exploration of recovery-based themes such as spirituality and creativity.
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NEXT COHORT STARTING 13TH FEBRUARY 2026 - BOOK AT www.thewomenstherapist.co.uk/raisingmum Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, depressed, experiencing guilt, anger or grief - feeling like you’ve lost yourself? Join this unique 12-week programme for mums and their babies (up to 12 months). Focusing on you, each week we discuss a topic including helpful psychoeducation, tools and sharing in a safe and supportive space. Topics include expectations, baby brain and bonding, nervous system regulation, self-care, your needs, maternal mental health, anxiety, the ‘good enough’ mother, anger and overwhelm, reparenting your inner child, your changing identity, and further support.
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Hosted by Michaela Stansfield
Counsellor, MBACP
Group meets in Kidlington OX5
NEXT COHORT STARTING 13TH FEBRUARY 2026 - BOOK AT www.thewomenstherapist.co.uk/raisingmum Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, depressed, experiencing guilt, anger or grief - feeling like you’ve lost yourself? Join this unique 12-week programme for mums and their babies (up to 12 months). Focusing on you, each week we discuss a topic including helpful psychoeducation, tools and sharing in a safe and supportive space. Topics include expectations, baby brain and bonding, nervous system regulation, self-care, your needs, maternal mental health, anxiety, the ‘good enough’ mother, anger and overwhelm, reparenting your inner child, your changing identity, and further support.
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NEXT COHORT STARTING 13TH FEBRUARY 2026 - BOOK AT www.thewomenstherapist.co.uk/raisingmum Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, depressed, experiencing guilt, anger or grief - feeling like you’ve lost yourself? Join this unique 12-week programme for mums and their babies (up to 12 months). Focusing on you, each week we discuss a topic including helpful psychoeducation, tools and sharing in a safe and supportive space. Topics include expectations, baby brain and bonding, nervous system regulation, self-care, your needs, maternal mental health, anxiety, the ‘good enough’ mother, anger and overwhelm, reparenting your inner child, your changing identity, and further support.
Photo of Michaela Stansfield, Counsellor, MBACP
Hosted by Michaela Stansfield
Counsellor, MBACP
Group meets in Kidlington OX5
NEXT COHORT STARTING 13TH FEBRUARY 2026 - BOOK AT www.thewomenstherapist.co.uk/raisingmum Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, depressed, experiencing guilt, anger or grief - feeling like you’ve lost yourself? Join this unique 12-week programme for mums and their babies (up to 12 months). Focusing on you, each week we discuss a topic including helpful psychoeducation, tools and sharing in a safe and supportive space. Topics include expectations, baby brain and bonding, nervous system regulation, self-care, your needs, maternal mental health, anxiety, the ‘good enough’ mother, anger and overwhelm, reparenting your inner child, your changing identity, and further support.
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Creative Therapy Support Groups
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.