Meet Sarah
I am an allied health professional holding the qualification standards of a Masters Degree in Art Therapy, and professional registration with ANZACATA, the peak body of professional Art Therapists in Australia.
I have been working within the NDIA environment since 2016, having an extensive understanding of supporting NDIS participants to achieve therapeutic goals, such as health and wellbeing, self-care and self-management, daily living skills, community participation, social skills and improved relationships.
I have a background in mental health, community development and art. My preferred mediums include charcoal, fabric and natural objects, which I love to find along walks in nature around the beaches, bushland and mountains in the Gippsland area that I live.
I offer online appointments, as well as working with people in their preferred space in Gippsland; a studio, the client home, or in a natural environment. I work with people with various health needs and disabilities as well as those wanting to improve their mental health, self-awareness, relationships and state of wellness.
My Masters of Therapeutic Arts Practice was gained from MIECAT (Fitzroy) https://miecat.edu.au/ an accredited and registered tertiary school of art therapy founded by Dr. Warren Lett.
What is art therapy?
It all begins with an idea, a question of what’s going on for you. Maybe you want to find relief. Maybe you’ve been feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you’d like a creative outlet. Art therapy may be able to help.
Art therapy uses creative expression to inquire into topics that arise. Through noticing, creating and experiencing the art making, participants can become aware of themes, values and patterns that are present. It is then, that a shift can be made to move closer to a preferred way of being.