Holistic ART therapy FOR WELLBEING

The Healing Power of Art-Based Therapy

Art-based therapies are increasingly recognised as powerful, evidence-backed approaches for supporting a wide range of mental health concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation. Research shows that engaging in creative expression activates the brain’s natural capacity for neuroplasticity—the ability to rewire and form new, healthier patterns of thought and behaviour.

Physiologically, art-making has been shown to reduce cortisol levels, improve immune function, and enhance emotional regulation and cardiovascular balance. These benefits are amplified when art therapy is integrated with holistic counselling, creating a safe and supportive space for authentic self-expression.

Many individuals find it difficult to verbalise their emotions, especially in the face of trauma or distress. Creative arts therapies provide a non-verbal outlet where thoughts and feelings can be externalised through various art modalities—painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, and more. This process encourages deeper self-awareness, clarity, and healing.

Through guided reflection, clients can explore personal narratives, core values, and aspirations. Holistic art therapy bridges the mind-body connection, honouring the interplay between our thoughts, emotions, and physical wellbeing—supporting true, integrated healing.

Play is an important element of the arts.

“Creativity takes courage” -Henri Matisse

 
 

WHAT ARE other BENEFITS OF ART-Based THERAPY?

  • Brings one into the moment & out of a busy mind.

  • Relax the mind & body.

  • Release judgement about self 

  • Surrender to our true self.

  • Utilise the creative side of the brain with enhances intuition.

  • Set the intention to release and understand what is no longer serving.

  • The act of art making is also an important way of providing cognitively stimulating activities that help to build brain resilience.

    *One on One sessions

    *Group/Corporate Wellbeing Workshop (Half or full day workshops)

*Workshops may include Role Play

SCOPE OF PRACTICE

  • Individuals experiencing mental health challenges, such as stress, anxiety or depression(excluding Axis mental health disorders).

  • Individuals experiencing self-confidence or self-worth problems.

  • Individuals experiencing challenges, such as relationships, grief and loss, menopause.

  • Children or adults who have experienced a traumatic event.

  • Individuals seeking holistic development, a deeper connection or understanding of themselves, and positive transformation.