Course summary
Group Art therapy is a powerful way of supporting the well-being of teenagers who are faced with anxiety, self-esteem issues, and social isolation.
This workshop invites teens to participate in 3 different art-making exercises based on the intention of exploring their inner thoughts of anxiety, worry, and isolation. They will be using mixed media (oil pastels, crayons, soft pastels, charcoal) to express themselves.
They will explore and gain insight into their behaviours and thought patterns, to develop skills to cope with life’s challenges.
The group will be held in an open art room space, where participants are welcome to engage in conversation with other participants while they create.
No experience is required.
Suitable for students aged 12 – 17 years old, particularly those who are going through big life transitions, school worries, family problems, health problems, and anxiety/anger.
What you will learn
- regulating their emotions, managing stress and anxiety, and developing positive coping skills
- improving communication skills and cognitive functions
- to gain a sense of accomplishment and purpose, which can help combat feelings of hopelessness and low self-esteem
- how to process and express their emotions in a safe and supportive environment
What you will get
- a greater sense of emotional resilience, and gain a better understanding of themselves
- a sense of community and reduced feelings of isolation
- to connect with others with similar life challenges
What you need to bring
- apron or wear an old shirt
About the tutor
Miranda Lathouras is a registered art therapist, and artist, and has forged a successful career as a secondary school visual arts educator. Her creativity, ability to build rapport and client engagement help instill a sense of confidence and self-belief in her clients.
Miranda’s non-judgemental and supportive nature makes for an excellent tutor. In addition to being an advocate of therapeutic art, she is a nature-lover and caretaker of two cute kids.
Course cost
COST: $45.00
Class availability: 10 PLACES REMAINING
Course dates
Tuesday 13 August
5.00pm – 6.15pm (1 session)
Book this course
To enrol in this course, fill out the form below. Remember to add the details of any other students who are part of your booking.
Please note: This class requires a minimum number of students to go ahead. For this reason, we encourage students to book at least 5 days prior to the course/workshop. In the unlikely event that we don't get enough enrolments, we may need to postpone to a later date or cancel the course/workshop. You will be advised via email or text prior to the class commencing.
$45.00
10 PLACES AVAILABLE
Course gallery
The photos below are an indication of what to expect from the class.
