Art Therapy for Schools

Art therapy is a form of expression that engages with the right side of the brain allowing unconscious feeling, emotions and memories to come into the conscious to be processed. To undertake in Art therapy you do not need words or talent you simply express yourself through a selection of 2D or 3D art materials.

An example of a typical support programme could be a regularly timed hour every week is spent in either a one to one or a small group. This allows children or young people to feel safe and encourages them to engage with the process of art Therapy and communication with the therapist. Through this protected time a working relationship is formed here the therapist can create a bespoke treatment understanding the nuances and patterns of behaviour of the child or young person. This bespoke intervention alleviates anxiety triggers and allows in depth connection. 

The therapist works closely with not only the child or young person but also teacher’s parents and outside agencies. One of main areas of focus is on patterns of behaviour and relationships both inside and outside school. Knowledge gained during sessions is fed back to teachers and translated into practical ideas and solution to create healthier class room environments suited to the needs of individual children and young people.

1 to 1 Therapy

Children or young people will be offered a weekly, one-to-one hour-long session. There will be an initial assessment followed by either a six or twelve week therapy intervention. Children or young people  who may benefit are those in danger of exclusion and or experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties

Group Therapy

A group of between four and six children or young people will be offered a weekly hour-long group session. The students will be individually assessed followed by either a six or ten week therapy program. Pupils who may benefit are those with social and communication difficulties, or those struggling to relate to their peer group.

Staff Support Group

This would be run as an open group whereby staff may access support once a month, or on a termly basis. This may offer the staff group a space to explore some of their feelings in relation to their work and support any concerns they may have.

1 to 1 Staff Therapy

Staff can be offered individual therapy on an ad hoc basis.  This can be limited to the school’s well-being insurance budget.

INSET Workshops

These would be facilitated as and when required based on Psycho-Education and support for staff.  The premise for the workshop would be based on the specific needs of the school.  The topics may include Attachment Theory and how this relates to the classroom setting, Bereavement support, Self-care or Creativity in the Classroom and Beyond.

Trauma Support

This would be run on an ad hoc basis, if and when required. This may be useful to deal with trauma such as death or injury, when the pupils and/or staff need additional psychological support.

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Below are examples of the outcomes of Art Therapy. Participants can elect a preferred media, or though diagnosis we can suggest elements which may have a therapeutic impact on the client.

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