Art Therapy

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Art Therapy for me combines my two favourite things, art and self growth. I have always sought ways to improve my own mental wellness to navigate my own needs, following this path to help myself and others. We all have our own story and with the right support and tools I believe you can make the best out of any situation you have encountered,  taking that experience and growing from it.

Art Therapy uses many different creative and expressive modalities to access all abilities and offers an expansive opportunity for self discovery and healing.

With regular exposure to Art Therapy, clients are able to tap into their feelings and state of awareness so much that they are able to self direct themselves through their own healing. This to me is like unlocking their inner strengths and a wonderful privilege to witness and companion. Read More

CLIENT GROUPS:

  • All age groups
  • Experience with children and adolescents
  • Lived and extensive experience with neurodiversity/neurodivergence
  • Adult mental health
  • Parent and child dyads
  • Legacy and end of life care

Therapy Specialties

  • Identity & Pride
  • Neurodiversity 
  • Neurodivergence
  • PDA profiles
  • Disability
  • Chronic pain
  • Carer’s support
  • Inner awareness & regulation
  • Self-esteem & efficacy
  • Mentalisation
  • Polyvagal work
  • Somatic healing
  • Strengths based
  • Trauma informed
  • Humanistic
  • Relational
  • Client led & person centred

Yes! Art Therapy remains on the NDIS

Art therapy on the NDIS is funded under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living, provided by qualified therapists (often with Master’s degrees) registered with bodies like ANZACATA, to help participants build skills, independence, and well-being, with recent reviews confirming its value and setting new pricing ($156.16/hr from late 2025) for qualified providers, the funding covers the therapy, not just the art supplies. Read more

What is Art Therapy |  1:1 + Groups  |  School Mental Health Program 

** Please note: I am currently taking client referrals and have limited spaces available on Monday – Thursday**

*Images used with permission and good intentions. If you have any queries over image use please contact me directly. All Images remain the property of Louise Weston.

 

  • PACFA Clinical Member and Registered Clinical Counsellor 30647
  • ANZACATA Professional Member 55812777