Art Psychotherapy
It’s common to struggle with overwhelming emotions, anxiety, low mood, or big life changes—whether you're a child, young person, or adult. These experiences can feel isolating, especially when it’s hard to put feelings into words.
I specialise in grief and loss, but also support clients with anxiety, depression, past trauma, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. My approach blends creative expression through art, play, and conversation with gentle, reflective dialogue tailored to each individual.
Sessions are available in Therapy Spaces Putney, my art studio in Checkendon, or online.
I specialise in grief and loss, but also support clients with anxiety, depression, past trauma, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. My approach blends creative expression through art, play, and conversation with gentle, reflective dialogue tailored to each individual.
Sessions are available in Therapy Spaces Putney, my art studio in Checkendon, or online.
"Lilly’s studio provides my son a nourishing and safe space to play and explore through art making. He is always lit up after working with Lilly and has created some incredible paintings on canvas. After our family experienced great change Lilly was a safe and creative beacon for him that helped him return to self expression. Lilly’s work made a profound difference in our lives through her gentle and fun approach. I cannot thank her enough for holding space for his needs and emotions"
-Helen
-Helen
I work with children, young people, and adults across a range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and bereavement. My practice is rooted in creating a safe, compassionate space where clients feel supported to explore and understand their inner worlds.
I have extensive experience supporting clients in NHS, hospice, school, and community settings, including work in palliative care, neurorehabilitation, and crisis support. I bring a strong foundation in visual arts, with a BA in Photography from Brighton University and an Art Foundation Diploma with Distinction from Oxford Brookes.
Alongside this, I bring significant experience from working in bereavement settings such as Wandsworth Bereavement Service and St Christopher’s Hospice, where I supported clients navigating grief and the impact of loss on their lives and relationships. My understanding of grief informs my work with clients experiencing a wide range of losses—not just death, but also separation, identity shifts, and other life transitions.
My approach is integrative and flexible, drawing from psychodynamic, trauma-informed, systemic, CBT, and solution-focused models. I tailor my methods to suit each client’s individual needs and goals, ensuring therapy is both personal and responsive.
With a solid grounding in developmental psychology, I offer insight into how emotional challenges present across different life stages, from early childhood through adolescence to adulthood. I also work with families and parents to support healthy communication and relational patterns.
Whether supporting a young person through anxiety, helping an adult navigate low mood, or working with a family during a time of loss, I aim to foster greater self-awareness, emotional connection, and psychological wellbeing in each of my clients. This non-verbal approach can be especially supportive for those who struggle to articulate their experiences.
I have extensive experience supporting clients in NHS, hospice, school, and community settings, including work in palliative care, neurorehabilitation, and crisis support. I bring a strong foundation in visual arts, with a BA in Photography from Brighton University and an Art Foundation Diploma with Distinction from Oxford Brookes.
Alongside this, I bring significant experience from working in bereavement settings such as Wandsworth Bereavement Service and St Christopher’s Hospice, where I supported clients navigating grief and the impact of loss on their lives and relationships. My understanding of grief informs my work with clients experiencing a wide range of losses—not just death, but also separation, identity shifts, and other life transitions.
My approach is integrative and flexible, drawing from psychodynamic, trauma-informed, systemic, CBT, and solution-focused models. I tailor my methods to suit each client’s individual needs and goals, ensuring therapy is both personal and responsive.
With a solid grounding in developmental psychology, I offer insight into how emotional challenges present across different life stages, from early childhood through adolescence to adulthood. I also work with families and parents to support healthy communication and relational patterns.
Whether supporting a young person through anxiety, helping an adult navigate low mood, or working with a family during a time of loss, I aim to foster greater self-awareness, emotional connection, and psychological wellbeing in each of my clients. This non-verbal approach can be especially supportive for those who struggle to articulate their experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Sort of Person Goes to Art Therapy?
Art Psychotherapy is beneficial for people from all backgrounds who are struggling with difficult feelings, thoughts, or behaviors. Whether you’re a child, young person, adult, parent, or part of a group, art therapy can help resolve the challenges you’re experiencing.
Do I Have to Be Good at Art?
No artistic skill is required to benefit from art therapy. The focus is on the therapeutic process of making art, not on creating aesthetically pleasing or diagnostically significant work. The relationship between the client, the art, and the therapist is what matters most.
How Will I Know If Lilly Is the Right Therapist for Me?
Choosing an Art Psychotherapist is personal and should be based on comfort and connection. I offer an initial, no-obligation telephone consultation to discuss your needs. If you feel comfortable after our chat, we can arrange a meeting to explore treatment options further.
Can I Be Present During Lilly’s Individual Sessions with My Child/Partner/Friend?
To maintain a safe therapeutic environment, individual sessions are confidential. However, if your child wishes to share something specific with you, we can discuss it during a review meeting. Joint sessions can also be arranged if that’s preferred.
How Long Should I Expect to Attend Art Therapy Sessions For?
The duration of Art Psychotherapy varies based on individual needs. Some people may need only a few weeks of support, while others benefit from longer-term treatment over several months. We’ll assess progress together and decide when it’s the right time to conclude therapy.
What Happens to the Images That I Make During Art Therapy Sessions?
The images you create are stored securely and confidentially. At the end of therapy, you can review your artwork and decide what to do with it—whether to keep it, leave it with me, or even perform a ritual. The decision is entirely yours.
Does My GP or Employer Need to Know That I Am Attending Art Therapy Sessions?
Your attendance is confidential and will not be shared with your employer unless you request it and provide consent. I will ask for your GP’s details and consent to share brief information about your attendance, but session details remain private.
How Confidential Are Art Therapy Sessions?
All information shared in sessions is treated with the utmost respect and confidentiality. However, if there is a concern about the safety of a child or vulnerable person, I am obligated to share these concerns with relevant professionals.
How Are Art Therapists Regulated?
Art Psychotherapists hold a postgraduate qualification (MA or MSc) in Art Therapy and are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This ensures they meet national standards. You can verify an art therapist’s registration at www.hpcheck.org. Those working with children and young people must also have enhanced DBS clearance.
For more information on Art Therapy, training, and standards, please visit the British Association of Art Therapists’ website.
