Imagine Art Therapy
Creative
Counselling
&
Art Therapy
Home Visits
Online Sessions
North Brisbane Suburbs
Health insurance rebates for counselling*
What is Art Therapy?
Imagine finding a new way
Imagine finding the real you
Imagine finding the real you
Art therapy is a safe, confidential and evidence-based therapy using art materials for self-expression.
Imagine finding the real you
Imagine finding the real you
Imagine finding the real you
Art Therapy helps individuals of any age to become aware of their inner strengths through a person-centred approach.
NDIS Participants - Self Managed or Plan Managed?
Your NDIS Plan
Benefits of Self-Managing
Benefits of Self-Managing
Art Therapy & Counselling are accepted as part of your NDIS plan through Capacity Building.
Benefits of Self-Managing
Benefits of Self-Managing
Benefits of Self-Managing
You have the choice and control over what support you want, who you want and how it meets your plan goals.
How does this work?
Benefits of Self-Managing
How does this work?
See this link for more information https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/self-management
Creative Counselling
Anxiety Therapy
If you're struggling with anxiety, we're here to help. Debra specialises in 'Person-Centred' Therapy (Humanistic) for anxiety support and can help you learn practical coping strategies to manage your symptoms.
Depression Therapy
Depression can make it difficult to enjoy life and engage in activities you once loved. Debra is here to help you overcome depression and develop a more positive outlook on life. Debra uses evidence-based modalities like EFT (tapping) that have been proven to be effective for reducing depression.
Trauma Counselling
If you've experienced trauma, it's important to seek help from a qualified therapist. Debra is trained to help you work through the trauma and develop healthy coping strategies. Creating art without the need to talk is helpful without the need to relive the trauma.
Addiction Counselling
Addiction can be a difficult cycle to break, but with the right support and treatment, recovery is possible. Artmaking, person-centred therapy and tapping can help you overcome addiction and develop a healthy, fulfilling life in recovery.
Stress Management
Stress is a natural part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can have a negative impact on our mental and physical health. Art-making is a wonderful modality to manage stress and improve your overall well-being.
Online Appointments
Your appointments online at home
Your appointments online at home
Your appointments online at home
Telehealth appointments are easy to set up with a good internet connection
Your computer, tablet or phone
Your appointments online at home
Your appointments online at home
Sessions are personal, safe and confidential
You and your Therapist
Your appointments online at home
You and your Therapist
For Counselling - just a quiet space to talk
For Art Therapy - just a few art materials
'Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist'
Eileen Miller
How does Art Therapy work?
No art experience needed
- Your Art Therapist will guide you in how to use the art materials. No experience in art needed.
Creating artwork that 'speaks'
- Using various art materials like paint or pencil or 3D materials like clay or plasticine, the person creates what feelings and thoughts are inside and expresses them on the outside.
- Creating art helps to understand issues when words cannot be found or are not enough.
Safe and Confidential
- Safety and confidentiality is paramount during the art therapy process so a qualified Art Therapist has the knowledge and skills to support clients in the environment be it a group or individual session.
- All artwork created belongs to the creator.
Reflection...
Strength does not come from physical capacity - it comes from indomitable will...
Mahatma Gandhi
How can Art Therapy help?
Autism? ADHD?
Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD and other similar conditions all share a common theme - difficulty in expression of self and communication with others. Art Therapy gently supports and guides children and adults to express themselves in their own time and unique way.
Stress? Depression? Anxiety?
Stress, depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Art therapy gently helps to uncover the reasons behind the emotions and helps ways to find answers, kick-start motivation, regain perspective, and feel joy.
Trauma? PTSD?
Children and adults can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic events. Poor sleep, anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. Using art therapy in a safe environment, can help overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of healing and finding peace in time.
Dementia?
There are a few forms of dementia but there is a common thread - memory & communication problems that give rise to distress, anxiety, anger, and fear. Using art therapy in a safe environment, addresses those negative emotions so joy and peace can be found again.
FAQ's
What can Art Therapy help with?
Do you have to like art or be an artist?
Is Art Therapy a recognised modality?
- stress
- anxiety
- depression
- and many more
Is Art Therapy a recognised modality?
Do you have to like art or be an artist?
Is Art Therapy a recognised modality?
Yes & NDIS approved.
Art Therapy is a well-known specialised and evidence-based therapy used around the world for all age groups
Do you have to like art or be an artist?
Do you have to like art or be an artist?
Do you have to like art or be an artist?
Not at all.
Your Art Therapist will guide you on how to use the art materials
More FAQ's
How long is a session?
What happens to the artwork?
How long is a session?
1 or 2 hours for adults.
Up to 1 hour for children.
Is there a rebate?
What happens to the artwork?
How long is a session?
YES - for counselling sessions for BUPA & ARHG health insurance members
No - for Art Therapy unfortunately
What happens to the artwork?
What happens to the artwork?
What happens to the artwork?
All artwork belongs to you, the creator.
Debra - Art Therapist & Counsellor & Artist
Some background
Debra has over 30 years experience in the health industry. Her background in nursing gave her insight into the importance of looking after the whole self – physical, mental, emotional & spiritual.
Current work
Art-making has been a special part of Debra's life since a child, whether it was creating art as a gift or for galleries and competitions.
Discovering Art Therapy was an incredible opportunity to focus on holistic health.
Debra pursued this specialised, evidence-based therapy and as a qualified Art Therapist, is sharing her knowledge and skills to continue supporting others on their wellness journey.
Debra is also a qualified counsellor and is an approved practitioner for BUPA & ARHG health insurance members so rebates are available.
Debra currently/previously working with:-
- NDIS clients (self & plan managed)
- Dept of Education
- BlueCare
- Seabrae Manor Aged Care
- Rockpool Aged Care
- Mission Australia
- Dementia Australia
- Open Minds
- Home Care Package clients
- Child Safety
- Private consultations
(Debra pictured working on a community mural for Encircle, Redcliffe)
Art Therapy in Action In Melbourne, Australia
Art Therapy at the ONJ Cancer Wellness and Research Centre
Even Olivia Newton-John knew the importance of healing the whole self. Take a look at Art Therapy and other amazing therapies conducted at the centre.
Home Visits & Online
Art Therapy - From $150 per hour - child or adult
[Home visit includes travel and general art materials]
Art Therapy online - $120 per hour
Counselling session online - $120 per hour
Email Debra to book a home visit or book an online session
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