Join us for an Art Therapy workshop focused on creativity, connection and curiosity at Clovelly Co.

This workshop is all about bringing people together and building a sense of community through art and self-expression.

What is art therapy? Art therapy uses the creative process to explore emotions, reduce stress, and promote self-awareness. It’s a gentle, non-verbal way to process experiences and connect with yourself and others. You don’t need any artistic skills – just a willingness to explore and create!

Led by Emma Fitzgerald, a trauma-informed and DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy)–informed Art Therapist, the session provides a supportive, non-judgmental space for creative exploration and relaxation. Emma is passionate about supporting the local community and creating accessible mental health services through creative experiences.

No artistic skills required – just bring yourself and an open mind! We’ll start with a check-in, move into art-making, and wrap up by reflecting and sharing our creations. Whether you want to unwind, meet new people, or reconnect with your creative side, this workshop is for you!

Come as you are, and let your creativity flow!

Date: March 17

Time: 6-8pm

Place: Clovelly & Co -163 Clovelly Rd Randwick

BIO

Emma Fitzgerald is a qualified counsellor and registered Art Therapist with the Australian, New Zealand, and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association (ANZACATA). Based on Gadigal land, Emma completed her Master’s in Art Therapy in 2020 and has training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Her approach is trauma-informed and holistic, grounded in the belief that creative expression through art-making fosters healing, connection, and empowerment.

Emma holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from UNSW, and discovered her passion for art therapy while supporting students with Autism in London. She now specialises in non-verbal therapeutic interventions across diverse settings, working with young people, NDIS clients, and individuals with complex trauma. Emma’s experience includes acute inpatient hospital settings, youth-focused organisations, and rehabilitation services, including drug and alcohol rehabilitation for women. She has also partnered with government services like Headspace and Youth Off The Streets.

Emma’s practice is client-centred, guided by authenticity, curiosity, and openness. She provides a safe, empowering environment where clients are supported to work through personal challenges, allowing their most resilient and authentic selves to emerge through the art-making process.