art psychotherapy
Sometimes we can’t describe what’s going on inside.
Sometimes trauma doesn’t have words.
Sometimes it can be hard to create a new story for ourselves.
We believe that when practiced within an attuned, therapeutic relationship, art psychotherapy offers a unique way to explore your inner world through creative expression.
You do not have to be an artist, and you don't even have to be artistic.
Art therapy is not an art class; rather, it is a therapeutic modality that facilitates deep personal exploration so that you can take control of your story.
JOIN AN ART THERAPY GROUP
New Parents
NOW ENROLLING
Mondays 9:00am - 10:30am
4 week art therapy group
20 April
27 April
4 May
11 May
Regardless of how your baby came into your world, becoming a parent has a massive impact on your life.
Come along to reconnect to yourself in your new identity.
Process your experience of parenthood through art making alongside others.
This therapeutic art group is for new parents and their infants up to 12 weeks old. You and your baby are welcome however you’re both feeling. No need to be perfect here.
Zone out, Tune in
NOW ENROLLING
Mondays 11:00am - 12:30pm
4 week art therapy group
27 April
4 May
11 May
18 May
This therapeutic art group is for adults wanting to tune into themselves and connect with others through art making.
You are welcome however you’re feeling. No need to be perfect here.
THERAPY FAQs
Do I need a referral?
No, you don’t need a referral for individual or group art psychotherapy sessions. Just get in touch via email, and we will either have a quick 15-minute phone chat or send you a new client form to complete.
is there a rebate available?
No, there is no rebate available for art psychotherapy or art therapy groups.
Are the sessions confidential?
Yes, your art therapy sessions will be carefully held in a private setting with strict confidentiality between you and your therapist. It is important to understand that your therapist is a mandatory reporter. If your therapist feels that you or someone else is in danger, they may need to let someone else know to ensure everyone's safety. Your therapist will work with you and keep you informed if this situation arises.
As your artworks hold your personal stories and process, we will keep them safe at the studio for the duration of your therapy. At the end of our time together, you can decide if you would like to keep them.
Do you offer crisis support?
No, Diverse Art Therapy is not a crisis support service.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, here are some resources you can reach out to for assistance:
Lifeline at 13 11 14
QLife at 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800
Women and Girls Emergency Centre.
If someone is in immediate danger, please contact 000.
Can I access Art therapy with my NDIS plan?
Diverse Art Therapy offers valuable support for NDIS clients, whether they are managed by a plan manager or have self-managed plans.
Starting from 24 November 2025, the price limit for NDIS funded art therapy will be adjusted from $193.99 per hour to $156.16. As a result, Diverse Art Therapy clients will need to make a gap payment of $13.84.
For regular clients seeking reports to support their NDIS funding, we provide these upon request. Please allow 3 weeks' notice for the preparation of reports, as they require 4 hours to write. The report fee is $680.
Can i Sit in on my child’s session?
Yes, your child may need you to come into the session with them while we are getting to know one another, and you are very welcome. It can be helpful as time goes by to reduce the amount of time you spend in the art therapy session to allow your child or young person space to work through their feelings in a safe environment.
Sometimes your child may want to share what they have been working on with you at the end of the session. It’s important that you listen to what they offer and try to validate what they have said rather than commenting on the product. This might sound like, “Look at that :) Would you like to tell me about what you’ve been working on?” or “Wow! Sounds like you’ve been working hard on finding a way to be angry safely. Good on you!”
It’s equally important that you don’t ask for anything more than is offered, and their privacy in the therapeutic space is respected. Having a safe and private space to work through difficult emotions can be beneficial in psychotherapy, especially for children and young people who typically have limited control over their own lives.
While all sessions are confidential, it can be helpful for caregivers to understand what’s going on for their child or young person. In close consultation and with their consent, Jay is able to sensitively create a bridge that may help improve outcomes for the child or young person and their caregiving system.