What We Offer at Victoria Art Therapy:
Creative, integrative, and trauma-informed care for emotional growth and wellbeing.
At Victoria Art Therapy (VAT), we believe that creative expression can open pathways to healing, insight, and connection. Our sessions are designed to meet each person where they are, using art as a bridge between mind, body, and emotion. Whether you’re seeking individual support, group connection, or skill-based art development, VAT provides a safe, nurturing, and professional environment where every person’s story is valued.
Individual Art Therapy
Our one-on-one sessions (60 minutes) offer a personalised and confidential space to explore your experiences through creative expression. The first session focuses on understanding your goals and identifying the best approach for your unique needs. All art materials are included. Individual, sessions can support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and personal growth through creative and reflective exploration.
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Couples Art Therapy
VAT provides couples art therapy sessions that run for a duration of 60 minutes. All art materials are provided within the cost of your session. The initial session will centre around getting to know you both, your expected goals and to determine what approach would be best suited to your unique experience.
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Group Art Therapy
VAT offers group sessions. The maximum participants in the session is six to ensure everyone has sufficient one on one time. All art materials are provided. The duration of the group session is 1.5 hours. These groups focus on specific therapeutic intentions and goals and are scheduled on a fortnightly basis.
The art therapy group’s goal is not so much concentrating on skills but is directed to improve and restore the client’s functioning and sense of wellbeing.
Group art therapy helps participants develop increased self -esteem and self-awareness. It can also assist with anxiety levels and depression. Through engaging in the creative process, you are guided to express and explore your emotions. You will make art and talk, or you can make art in silence, if that is your preference. Art Therapy also aides’ people to improve conversation and concentration and reduces feelings of isolation. Through engaging in an art therapy group, you are receiving support and guidance. Sometimes words are hard to find, so art therapy helps you find your ‘voice’ through imagery. It also helps you relate to others and yourself in healthier ways. Most of all it provides a safety net where you can safely express your feelings and be heard.
Skill-based programs
VAT offers a skill-based program tailored for participants aiming to enhance their art-making abilities and offers a structured and supportive environment for growth. Through hands-on instruction and guided practice, individuals can refine their techniques in various artistic mediums, such as painting, drawing, sculpture and print making. These programs often emphasize fundamental principles while also encouraging experimentation and creative exploration. Participants benefit from personalized feedback and constructive critique, fostering continuous improvement and confidence in their artistic endeavors. Additionally, the community aspect of such programs allows for peer collaboration, inspiration, and networking opportunities, enriching the overall learning experience. These programs run for a six-week period and focus on a specific medium to explore. All materials are included.
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Outreach
VAT offers home visits for clients living within 30 km of our Reservoir clinic. These one-hour sessions provide the same level of care and creativity in the comfort of your home, with all materials supplied.
Travel time and kilometres are an additional cost based on the hourly rate as is non face to face case note writing.
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Telehealth
For those who feel safer at home or find travel difficult, we offer secure online art therapy sessions (60 minutes). You’ll be supported to gather materials suited to your goals, enabling rich creative experiences from your own space.
Please note a 100% cancellation fee applies if less than 48 hours’ notice is given with any service.
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