Transpersonal Therapeutic Arts
The Transpersonal Therapeutic Arts approach inherently includes processes that respect Nature's Rhythms and the wider Cosmic Rhythms; between which we have the potential to discover the capacity for self-regulation.
Through a diverse range of arts-based processes, we can discover fresh connection with our inner and outer Nature, where courageous questions can lead to flexibility, creative health, and peace.
Practicing sensing and breathing with life’s variety of challenges, is the lifelong learning that I advocate for.
Rooted in the understanding of inner change and outer change as a breathing relationship between Individuals and Socials, I support people to regenerate creative ecosystems, through the awareness of how diverse uses of art-making can transform the self and our society in creative ways.
The arts-based approach inspires an gradual and ongoing exploration of your sense of self within a personal and world context.
About me and my therapy practice
I practice as a Relationship-centred Transpersonal Arts Counsellor, throughout the UK and internationally when invited, I support young people, adults, and older adults to explore and perceive new meaning, by self-querying life experiences and relationships, through Transpersonal Arts. Clients may discover their natural wellsprings of authentic self-expression, and deepen their human potential by building on existing strengths. With personal and social responsibility at the heart of my work, I provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for my clients, from all walks of life. To date, I have worked with adults in crisis counselling, school teams, staff wellbeing, and groups in Nature-based therapy, school children, multi-cultural organisations and community groups, and people with additional needs. As a fully registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and a member of the Association of Anthroposophic Therapeutic Arts, I adhere to ethical frameworks and guidelines to ensure that you receive a professional service. I am also registered for working with protected vulnerability groups.
About the sessions
Bespoke sessions, workshops, and programmes are designed with consideration of structured order, alongside openness and flexibility. All art materials and any hand-outs, are included. Our time together may include art-making, archetypal stories, transformative poetry, gentle seated and standing movement called Eurythmy, interactive singing, visualisations, meditations, writing, and contemplating symbolic imagery. Creative expression is used to access deeper layers of awareness. Arts Media and Work that may be included : Clay Modelling, Oil Painting, Watercolour Painting, Collage art, Stone Carving by hand. Drawing with Charcoal / Graphite Pencil / Colouring Pencils, Ink Pens, Soft Pastels. Biographical Creating Writing, Nature Poetry, Singing, Eurythmy movement Primarily the therapeutic process itself paves the way for insights and potentially leading to a more integrated sense of self and a greater sense of purpose and meaning.
What the sessions may help with
Establishing the ground under your feet Cultivating a sense of peace Creating space Gaining clarity Developing hope Strengthening resilience Preparing for arrivals Preparing for departures Time Regulation Space Regulation Communication Regulation Emotional Regulation Learning to value sensitivity Developing the trust to navigate changes Trusting in ones body and the Earth Guidance in identity questions Guidance in establishing inner virtues Trusting the flowering of moral conscience Life skills and Transitions Navigating changes of thought patterns Trusting self-care needs Querying Climate Anxiety and Relationships Reconnecting with Love and Acceptance.
First steps
Initially, you may wish to meet in-person or online for a free consultation, to see if you feel good about working together. I can answer any questions you have. The series is offered in cycles of 12, 16, and 24 sessions. You can decide to end the therapy at any time; ideally allowing for three weeks for a hygienic closure of your process. I will give you adequate notice of any upcoming holidays that I am planning to take. It would help me also, to know of your prior experiences of any Therapy or Counselling, and what worked best for your needs, and what did not. Before the first session you will be required to complete a Consent Form. You may wish to tell me what you are observing of your life and relationships, and the questions these present to you. You can also choose to share your goals or what you hope to achieve or change. I will then create a program tailored to you and your needs. If we are meeting online, I will email you a list of art materials to gather, for your guided arts processes, and the protocol for meeting through the Zoom Platform.
Next steps
In your first session we will create a therapeutic agreement together, in words and colours. Some of the ways in which we would approach the Self, is through, conversation, poems, simple line drawings, gentle movement, charcoal and soft pastel work, fairytale stories, therapeutic painting with watercolours and oils, and natural clay modelling processes. These work in diverse ways to support whole person health and wellbeing, where you remain in charge of your reflective process.
Last steps
You can choose to end the series at anytime allowing for at least three weeks to bring the process to a hygienic and safe closing. We will spend some time reflecting on what you have discovered of your self and your relationships. If you would like to, we can also look at your artwork again to enable new reflections to find you. At the end of the therapy series, you may take your art work home pr choose to leave them with me if you prefer.
Safety
Confidentiality is of upmost importance. Your therapy artwork folder and clay work, and personal information will be kept securely. Information about the process will need to be shared with my Supervisor, who regularly reviews my practice. Full names will not be shared. Confidentiality will be broken if I have concerns that you or anyone else is at risk. If this occurs, it will be discussed in the session and recommendations will be discussed and documented in your notes. I may contact your GP or the emergency contact person for this purpose.
In a Group Art Therapy Process
The structure is most often as follows. However, it may change a little depending on the theme, age range, and expectations of the host venue and participants. Usually, we would start with a game, poem or verse, candle-lighting, meditation, observation exercise, or a song in circle together. I will introduce the theme and our plan. We would explore the technical aspects of using the arts medium for the workshop. I would demonstrate the possibilities and limitations. The arts processes would follow. We would spend some time in self reflection of our process and artwork, and potentially be guided in supporting each other to reflect further too. We would then spend time witnessing each others imagery, where possible in silence. The workshop would close with a poem or verse, candle-lighting, meditation, observation exercise, or a song in circle together.
Clients and Groups I work with
Adults, Children, Couples, Families, Community / Interest Groups, Older adults, Organisations, Trainees, Young people
How I facilitate the art therapy
Email therapy, Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Outdoor therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy, Text therapy, Time-limited.
Languages Spoken
Full and clear English (British-born), decent enough spoken Gujarati and Hindi. Very basic holiday French and Spanish.
Sliding Scale Fees / Times
Concessionary Fund Available for Bristol - https://rowantree-health.org/concessionary-funding/ 50 minute Personalised Individual Therapeutic Art Session = *£65-100 sliding scale Art Therapy series is offered in cycles of 12, 16, and 24 sessions, weekly / fortnightly. All art materials and any hand-outs, are included if in-person. Transpersonal Therapeutic Arts Group Workshop Time : 2 hours : £55 per person approx. For Workshops that are a 4-week cycle : £200 per person. All art materials and any hand-outs, are included. Bespoke Workshops can be arranged. *Fee - based on “The green bottle sliding scale method”
How to book for a consultation / session / workshop
You can fill in the Contact Me form, and I will get back to you by email. Thank you.