PURE SERENITY - Art Therapy in New Malden, Surrey

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that allows for emotional expression and healing through non-verbal means. Children unlike most adults, often cannot easily express themselves verbally. Adults, on the other hand may use words to intellectualize and distance themselves from their emotions. Art therapy enables the client to break through these cumbersome barriers to self expression using simple art materials. No previous art experience is necessary to participate in art therapy.

The Art Therapist invites the individual to express their feelings through a variety of art media. Emphasis is placed on the individual who is encouraged to empower him/herself through the self-exploration and self-interpretation of their own art. Through the art process, individuals can often approach difficult issues and convey a message much clearer and safer than with words. The art product serves as a record of these events which the individual can later reflect on and eventually understand with greater clarity.

Art Therapy Can Help

to express feelings too difficult to talk about
increase self esteem and confidence
develop healthy coping skills
identify feelings and blocks to emotional expression and growth
provide an avenue for communication
make verbal expression more accessible.

Art Therapy is for people of all ages, children, adolescents and adults who are seeking personal growth or may be struggling with AIDS/HIV; cancer; trauma; self abuse; separation & loss; bereavement; addictions; learning disabilities & ADD; emotional, and / or physical challenges; mental illness.

COSTS: 1 hour initial consultation - £20 1 hour 30 mins treatment - £40