About this Event
The Workshop
Join artist Gabriela as she introduces participants to the principles of art psychotherapy and explores how creativity can be used as a means of self-expression, reflection and wellbeing.
Through gentle grounding exercises and guided art-making, participants will be invited to explore their creative process in a relaxed, supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Through this workshop, Gabriela hopes to introduce participants to the principles of art psychotherapy and explore how creativity can extend beyond artistic production into a tool for self-expression, self-discovery and wellbeing.
The Artist
Gabriela is a multi-disciplinary artist and a recently HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist with a background in illustration and animation.
Her creative journey has evolved from exploring art as a form of visual storytelling to discovering its potential as a means of expression, reflection and emotional connection.
Passionate about making art psychotherapy and mental health support more accessible to those who need it, Gabriela’s practice is informed by an embodied approach to art-making.
Exploring how our sensory experiences, bodily awareness and creative processes can open up pathways to unconscious material that may be difficult to access or make meaning of using words alone.
Important Information
Please note: As this is a mindful art practice, we ask that you arrive on time. Unfortunately, if you are more than 5 minutes late, we may not be able to let you in, as entering after the session has started could disrupt the practice for other participants. Thank you for understanding!
As tickets are limited please do email us on [email protected] if you decide to cancel so others will be able to join.
Important - Workshop Disclaimer:
This is a creative workshop with a therapeutic approach, using art-making to encourage self-expression, reflection and wellbeing. It is not a group therapy session and does not replace psychological or psychotherapeutic support. Sharing personal experiences is entirely optional, and participants are encouraged to engage with the creative processes at their own pace, respecting their own boundaries and comfort levels.
Agenda
Introduction and Welcome
Grounding Exercise
Creative Warm-up: Non-Dominant Hand Drawing
Main Creative Activity: The Inner Garden
Reflection and Optional Group Sharing (20
A gentle closing activity inviting
Event venue & nearby stays
Gwydir Street Enterprise Centre, 23-25 Gwydir Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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