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COMING SOON 
JULY 2019 

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My workshops ,programs,classes and gatherings make space for exploring and experimenting with art mediums, narrative, movement,yoga,storytelling and expressive therapies .
All 
are designed for deeper insight, personal exploration and discovery to encourage healthy choices ,develop life skills ,create positive change and empower our lives.
 

Please join me in my beautiful lotus belle tent  - or i can come to you
I aim to create a beautiful space where ALL are welcome, a space ofrespect,acceptance and safety.A place of non-judgment, encourage communication and an opportunity to celebrate, nourish, nurture and re-connect to yourself.

A place to enhance, discover and embrace our best selves.
to be the best YOU can be -whatever that is for YOU!

 
INSPIRE    SUPPORT    EMPOWER

workshops
programs
individual sessions
small & large group sessions
  • schools K-12
  • support agencies
  • elderly
  • corporations
  • social groups
  • disability support 
  • youth groups
  • retreats 
  • pregnancy
  • just for fun
I am passionate about creating a safe ,respectful and non- judgmental environment for all participants to explore, discover and gain a better understanding of themselves by using art & creative therapies, expressive therapies,storytelling,yoga,visualisation techniques and journaling.

workshops & mini retreats

  • 2hrs
  • half day
  • full day
  • weekends
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us.” 
― David Richo

art & creativity classes for
​children,young people,youth & special needs


small groups
parties & gatherings
parent/child
​families


A joyful and fun program to encourage free expression,enhance social skills and a chance to experiment with different mediums.
My programs are designed to be inclusive of all

Class times and lengths vary on age/ability/content
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Please contact me to discuss your needs,class times and upcoming programs and events

workshops & programs
schools/education facilities

workshops/programs/playshops for children , young people & adolescence

I am passionate about empowering children ,young people & adolescence to be the best they can be.
My programs designed for all age groups, years K-12 which we can bring into your school or education facility.I can also design a program to suit your needs.
My programs encourage open discussion and participation- to share,to feel heard and acknowledged.
By sharing and listening- we feel less alone.
  • abuse
  • trauma
  • bullying
  • divorce
  • changes
  • violence
  • illness
  • mental health
  • autism spectrum disorder
  • separation
  • grief and loss
  • drugs 
  • alcohol
  • self-harm
  • life challenges
  • negative self-talk
  • withdrawal
  • isolation
  • negative thoughts
  • depression 
  • anxiety
  • relationship issues
  • behaviour 
  • expressing emotions 
  • learning
  • sexuality
  • eating disorders
  • other substance abuse

These programs develop & enhance 

  • self worth
  • resilience
  • coping skills
  • self regulation
  • improved focus and concentration
  • passion
  • balance
  • belief in the future
  • ability to change
  • growth mindset
  • a sense of belonging
  • trust
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  • improved learning
  • better relationships
  • less aggression
  • happier and healthier human beings
  • aggression
  • suicide
  • violence
  • plants seeds 
  • sustainable skills/strategies
  • ownership
  • responsibility
  • empowerment
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PROGRAMS
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  • BFF HOW TO BE A BEST FRIEND TO YOURSELF & OTHERS
This program is designed to encourage girls to support themselves & each other.
​Sustainable coping skills for life,understanding emotions,being real & authentic & empowering yourself to be the best YOU can be
  • MATES,BROs,FRIENDS... whatever we are
This program is developed to create an informal platform for boys to share,express & develop social skills for life.Boys supporting boys & acknowledging ways to take ownership and responsibility for choices & behaviour
  • HAPPY & HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
Skills & strategies to identify,develop & create happy & healthy relationships with others.(option to add "girly stuff""boys business" -puberty)
  • EMPOWER
Develop,enhance & identify skills & strategies to be the best YOU can be! Find your strengths,take ownership & responsibility to find your passion,set goals & be the best YOU can be!
  • LET'S TALK ABOUT...
grief & loss
respect
friendship


workbooks are included with all of these programs
programs are designed to be flexible and adaptable to your needs
5 sessions x 45mins /60mins / 75 mins depending on age group
workshops
​weekly program


I have wonderful programs to empower families, parents, caregivers and teachers.
​If you think you, your child or your school can benefit from these programs please contact us
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  • corporate
  • business
  • organisations

TEAM BUILDING
Inspire and motivate your staff to create a dynamic and productive team.

  • inspire and encourage
  • boost confidence and self esteem
  • identify strengths-personal & team
  • manage stress
  • enhance staff relationships
  • resolve staff conflict
  • future vision and planning
  • increase productivity
  • move forward
  • boost staff morale
  • problem solving and coping skills
  • different perceptions and ideas
  • understand cultural diversity
  • have fun and be playful
  • use imagination  
  • be creative
  • think outside the square


 Creating change workshops can help to develop & enhance
  • self-worth  and confidence                            
  • awareness & ownership
  • insight and meaning
  • resilience & coping skills
  • healthy choices
  • positive changes
  • direction &  goals
  • move through blocks & barriers
  • creativity & expression
  • health & well-being
  • identity & purpose
  • hopes &  dreams

 blending 

  • creative therapy
  • expressive therapies
  • narrative/storytelling
  • art therapy
  • play therapy
  • body based therapies
  • counselling
  • visualisation
  • yoga
 
  • drawing
  • painting
  • collage
  • clay
  • sculpture
  • photography
  • sand tray
  • dance
  • movement
  • music
  • yoga
  • body based therapies
  • visualisation
  • puppet play
  • drama


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WORKSHOPS for all

children/young people/youth/adult/elders
​You can choose a foundation workshop -each workshop is 2.5 hours (1/2 day)
2 workshops (1day)
OR choose 4 sessions (2 days) the workshops are designed to flow ,for deeper insight and awareness
These workshops are available
  • INDIVIDUAL
  • COUPLE
  • GROUP 
I can also create & design a workshop that suits your needs.

Remember these programs are designed to be flexible and adaptable to your needs
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I also do art therapy/yoga & mindfulness workshops - combining movement,creativity & mindfulness  

MAGICAL MANDALAS

  • foundation workshop essence of me- who am I?
  • my safe place- creating a nurturing space
  • my perfect life – goals & dreams                                                                           
  • my emotions and me – connecting to emotions 

DREAM WEAVER

  • foundation workshop wishes dreams & goals- art work                                                      
  • symbols of meaning
  • create symbols of meaning- paper clay
  • create a dream weaver with symbols/sticks and wool                                     

ME MYSELF & I

  • foundation workshop body image tracing
  • my likes and dislikes-beliefs and morals collage
  • awareness and changes- art work
  • create me in clay

DREAMS & DISCOVERIES

  • foundation workshop dream boards collage & create
  • 5 symbols of meaning-affirmations asking for what I need in my life
  • prayer flags- putting it out there
  • building belief-clay symbols

MY AUTHENTIC SELF

  • foundation workshop behind the mask who I show to the world & who I really am
  • talking to myself- mask and no mask
  • digging deeper …what do I like about myself? what do I dislike about myself? 
     creating awareness & change
  • clay- create a mask that represents both sides of you
     this is your true authentic self

PAINT IT OUT

  • foundation workshop paint it out! Express how I feel today
  • paint to music
  • finger paint printing
  • colour your life

ONCE UPON A TIME

  • foundation workshop -once upon a time…fairy-tale characters
  • create the words- dialogue with the characters
  • create the pages- monsters & mentors in your story
  • putting it all together –this is your story

COLOUR & EMOTION

  • foundation workshop- i got the music in me
  • i feel….
  • the colours i like /dislike
  • the colours of me

MAGICAL MOMENTS

  • foundation workshop if i had magical powers i would
  • my perfect world
  • me in my perfect world
  • i am a superhero-what can i change

ME & MY BODY

  • foundation workshop- me 
  • what i like/dislike
  • things i would like to change-collage
  • i am ME

FAMILY & ME

  • foundation workshop me and my family
  • my family and me –puppets
  • my monsters and mentors
  • remembering how great i can be

COLOUR ME IN

  • foundation workshop i am…colour
  • i feel…colour
  • i want to be
  • i am creating me

DREAMS & WISHES

  • foundation workshop dream boards collage
  • signs and symbols
  • prayer flags
  • create it in clay
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler“ ― Henry David Thoreau
No previous art experience or skill is necessary

Book one of our workshops or contact us to create a workshop for your needs.

All workshop materials are supplied by me & are INCLUDED in the cost
Contact us for more information regarding costs and venue.

INSPIRE     SUPPORT      EMPOWER   
Be the best YOU can be

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