What is art therapy?
Art therapy (also known as art psychotherapy) is a psychological therapy which enables self-reflection and self-discovery through art-making, facilitated by a qualified art therapist. It is similar to any other form of psychotherapy in that it is a confidential and effective treatment for many kinds of emotional distress.

It can be particularly helpful to people who find it hard to express their thoughts and feelings because they can’t find the words to do so, or who express their distress in self-destructive ways. On the other hand, people who are very adept at using words or those who are not quite sure what is wrong, also find that art therapy reaches the parts that other therapies cannot reach!

Who can art therapy help?
Art therapy is a recognised treatment for many kinds of mental health problems and emotional distress. People suffering from the following difficulties have all been helped by this form of therapy:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Eating problems
• Self-harm
• Trauma
• Abuse
• Bereavement and loss
• Psychosomatic symptoms
• Work-related problems
• Relationship difficulties

About the therapist - Jane Scheuer
Initially from an art and design background, I have worked as a lecturer and an exhibiting artist. I have twenty years of post-qualifying experience including sixteen years working in the NHS mental health Services. I am registered with the Health Professions Council and am a full member of the British Association of Art Therapists (with which I am an approved Private Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor). My practice is in line with HPC Standards and the BAAT Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Practice.

If you have any questions please feel free to call us on 01926 316 500 or contact us via the form on our contact page.

Treatment duration

Sessions last 1 hour

Treatment costs

£45 per session

What to wear

Whatever you feel comfortable in but bear in mind that you will be working with materials such as paint

For more information

Visit the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) website at www.baat.org, the Health Professions Council website www.hpc-uk.org, and the Insider Art website www.insiderart.org.uk