Therapeutic Arts & Mindful Creativity

This is a therapeutic arts workshop which I have developed over the past ten years teaching and working with different groups of people and organisations as an artistic therapist. It combines a therapeutic painting technique (water colour based) with meditation and mindfulness promoting a calm, compassionate and contemplative state of mind. Rather than focusing on a nice looking result we focus on the process of creating, bringing a mindful and meditative aspect into the activity....pausing, arriving, relaxing, understanding and letting go. We reflect on our creative journeys at the end of the class and get to see each other's style of painting, choice of colour and theme which is incredibly insightful. It is a very safe and friendly space which inspires interest in each other's individual artistic and personal process. You share as much as you like and learn a lot from the other artists! This can become a regular practice which promotes contemplation, self-care, self-development and a reconnecting with your creativity and self-expression. No artistic experience is needed and all materials are provided. Taught by myself in small groups of up to 7 people. You will have to book your space in advance and of course feel free to invite others to join. See you soon! x

And finally we're ready to offer this post-work Therapeutic Arts Class for those of you who have a 9-5 job but have been interested in developing a regular creative and reflective practice. No artistic experience? - No problem! This class focuses on the creative process instead of the outcome of your work. So no masterpieces required, the pressure is off ;-) You will be guided by Anniek Verholt, an experienced artistic therapist (18+ years and UK registered) and visual artist. The only thing you need to do is sign up and show up. All materials are provided as well as a cup of tea. We'll make use of a specific water colour technique and pay attention to personal development themes. This class has been described as extremely relaxing, therapeutic and supportive in an increase in self-awareness, reduction of stress and anxiety. Only 6 spaces available so don't wait too long to sign up.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? This workshop is designed with you in mind. In a safe and creative space you'll be guided through a therapeutic painting exercise, this method teaches an effective way to managing stress and anxiety by making use of a therapeutic and creative process which includes the use of a relaxing water colour technique, awareness of breathe and the body, identifying personal blockages and connecting with yourself in the moment. This lovely water colour technique is wonderfully relaxing and supports a calming down of your breathing and nervous system. Taught in a small group with up to 7 people. The workshops are facilitated by myself, I'm a qualified artistic therapist with over 18 years of experience. I have a private practice in London and a second therapeutic arts studio in Brighton where I get to run these wonderful groups and therapy sessions with individuals interested in self-development. You won't need any previous experience and all materials are provided. You will need to sign up in advance to secure your place. See you soon!

This is a therapeutic arts workshop which I have developed over the past ten years teaching and working with different groups of people and organisations as an artistic therapist. It combines a therapeutic painting technique (water colour based) with meditation and mindfulness promoting a calm, compassionate and contemplative state of mind. Rather than focusing on a nice looking result we focus on the process of creating, bringing a mindful and meditative aspect into the activity....pausing, arriving, relaxing, understanding and letting go. We reflect on our creative journeys at the end of the class and get to see each other's style of painting, choice of colour and theme which is incredibly insightful. It is a very safe and friendly space which inspires interest in each other's individual artistic and personal process. You share as much as you like and learn a lot from the other artists! This can become a regular practice which promotes contemplation, self-care, self-development and a reconnecting with your creativity and self-expression. No artistic experience is needed and all materials are provided. Taught by myself in small groups of up to 7 people. You will have to book your space in advance and of course feel free to invite others to join. See you soon! x