Holistic Integrated Creative Art Therapy (HICAT) Sessions
I have a range of group classes coming soon. Group classes run once a week per term.
What does a HICAT session look like:
Each session is different but typically incorporates:
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a relaxation activity,
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a chat about where you are at,
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a creative activity which may include one or more of dance, music, clay, painting, drawing.
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Reflection and discussion
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Ideas/emotional tools to use between sessions
supporting
mental health using the creative process of art making
to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being for individuals of
all ages.
Classes are evolved around a small group of people looking to enhance their mental well being. These are a great way to connect with yourself and others and are ideal as a maintenance program for your emotional health.
For more information about group availability and inclusions, please contact us. Types of sessions include:
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For Kids: Teaching children to use the creative arts to give "voice" to thoughts they cannot verbally express. Each session will start with a warm up, include activities which promote the processing of self-esteem, trauma, stress or anxiety and include opportunities to reflect. Children will be encouraged to: use problem solving, imagination and self-expression to build self-awareness; communicate thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgmental environment
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For Women: Within a safe and nurturing environment, you will go on a journey of self-discovery. We will explore self-expression and self-awareness, looking to build peach of mind, self esteem, communication, and tension release.
Kids Group - Ages 8-10 years
These sessions are suited for children aged 8-10 years old. Sessions will be scheduled after school during the school term. Each session will run for 1.5 hours.
Groups are kept small with a maximum of 10 students per group.
Here is an example of the types of topics typically covered:
Week
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Topic
Art Journals and sketchbooks
Combining Arts with Mindfulness and Meditation
Mandalas
Mask Making
Group Mural
Painting with Music
Carousel Drawing
Drumming
Affirmation Flags
Closing Gallery
Purpose
Connection, creative expression, communication
Self-awareness, reflection, here and now
Meditation, self-awareness, consciousness
Self-image exploration, creative expression, connection
Teamwork, connection, communication
Abstract thinking, reminiscing, creative expression
Group connection, abstract thinking, trust building
Group connection, self-expression, creative expression, team building, trust
Self-expression, self-discovery
Self-expression, reminiscing, self-discovery
Tween Group - Ages 10-12 years
These sessions are suited for children aged 10-12 years old. Sessions will be scheduled after school during the school term. Each session will run for 1.5 hours.
Groups are kept small with a maximum of 10 students per group.
Here is an example of the types of topics typically covered:
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Topic
Art Journals and sketchbooks
Combining Arts with Mindfulness and Meditation
Mandalas
Mask Making
Group Mural
Painting with Music
Carousel Drawing
Drumming
Affirmation Flags
Closing Gallery
Purpose
Connection, creative expression, communication
Self-awareness, reflection, here and now
Meditation, self-awareness, consciousness
Self-image exploration, creative expression, connection
Teamwork, connection, communication
Abstract thinking, reminiscing, creative expression
Group connection, abstract thinking, trust building
Group connection, self-expression, creative expression, team building, trust
Self-expression, self-discovery
Self-expression, reminiscing, self-discovery
Adult Groups
For more information about up and coming workshops, please head to our workshops page. Creative art workshops include:
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Meditation in Action: 5 Elements series - the journey movement. Music, movement, mindfulness, healing, inspirational and nurturing. No dance experience necessary.
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Caring and creativity: an evening of meditation, movement, creative expression, and reflection. Do you prioritise everyone else over yourself? This is a great way to relax, socialise, unwind, connect with your emotions and express with creativity.
Our terms session include a weekly 1.5 hour small group. An example of topics and their emotional connection may look similar to the table below.
For more information or to book, please contact us.
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Topic
Art Journals and sketchbooks
Combining Arts with Mindfulness and Meditation
Mandalas
Mask Making
Group Mural
Painting with Music
Carousel Drawing
Drumming
Affirmation Flags
Closing Gallery
Purpose
Connection, creative expression, communication
Self-awareness, reflection, here and now
Meditation, self-awareness, consciousness
Self-image exploration, creative expression, connection
Teamwork, connection, communication
Abstract thinking, reminiscing, creative expression
Group connection, abstract thinking, trust building
Group connection, self-expression, creative expression, team building, trust
Self-expression, self-discovery
Self-expression, reminiscing, self-discovery
