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Qualifications:

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• Post Grad Dip of Art Therapy (Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA; training within the Mental Health Unit of the Fremantle Hospital, WA)

• Diploma of Transpersonal Art Therapy (Ikon Institute of Australia, SA)

• Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, including minor in Children's Studies (Edith Cowan University, Bunbury, WA)

• Sandplay Therapy & Symbol Work with Children, Adolescents and Adults

• Cert III Individual Support – Aged Care

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Transition to Art Therapy:

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My move from Psychology into Art Therapy was based upon my learning and understanding that Art Therapy can be an extremely effective and creative modality, which enables the expression of story without the need for words.  Art Therapy can be used for working with people of all ages, and backgrounds, who present with a variety of concerns and challenges.  

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Professional Experience:

 

I have worked as an Art Therapist in Private Practice at Abergeldie House, Glen Osmond. During this time, I was listed as a preferred therapist for students of the Ikon Institute’s Transpersonal Art Therapy programme.  I also undertook group sessions within the dementia wing of a local Aged Care facility.   More recently I have worked as a volunteer Art Therapist within a community school setting.

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Supportive Roles:

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My other roles have included working as a mental health Peer Support Worker (SA Health), as an Individual Care Support worker within Aged Care, and as a private Support Worker with clients in the community (Qld and SA). ​  

 

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