ART THERAPY - Primary aged Group - IGNITE STUDIOS - 60 CRANE ST, BALLINA, NSW

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TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY 22, 25, 26 APRIL, 2024

Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Where: Ignite Studios - 60 Crane Street, Ballina, NSW
Ages: 6-11yrs
Cost: $55 per person, per session

Join Mandy Jay for a fun filled session of art therapy activities. Discover the benefits of creative expression on your physical, mental, & emotional well being (ie. reduce anxiety and depression and regulation of energy and emotions). Experiment with symbols, imagery, objects from nature and the malleability of art materials to explore emotions and thoughts.

Some of the most common benefits for children engaging in art therapy include:

Coping methods
Problem solving skills
Developing new skills through creativity
Non-verbal expression of feelings
Non-judgmental therapeutic process
More interesting activities then long form talk therapy
Ability to strengthen bonds with peers through group work

The sessions will incorporate mindfulness, story-telling and goal setting using collage, clay, paint, pastels and objects from nature. Suitable for beginners – no art skills needed at all. 12 people maximum per group. Not necessary to do all 3 sessions, but more beneficial if you can!

All materials are provided. BYO snack or lunch. There is also a café onsite.

1 x 2hr session is $55. Or book all 3 sessions for $150. Bring a friend and get a discount!

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Mandy Jay is a local art therapist who has been working in local schools. She is able to provide individual private sessions as well. Private sessions are fully reimbursed by NDIS or partly reimbursed by most private health funds. You can read more about Mandy and her art therapy practice : www.mjarttherapy.com.au