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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Topic
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
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Topic
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
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Topic
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
