Frequently asked questions

Private clients: $170 per 50-minute session, including all materials.

NDIS participants: $156.16 per session, including all materials.

Fully rebated for plan-managed and self-managed participants.

A Registered Art Therapist (AThR) has completed specialised postgraduate training, including master's-level study in Art Therapy and a minimum of 750 hours of supervised clinical placement, combining psychological and therapeutic theory with creative practice.

Registration with ANZACATA also involves accountability to professional and ethical standards, including ongoing clinical supervision and continuing professional development to maintain safe, informed and effective practice.

No. A referral is not required to attend art therapy. You are welcome to make an enquiry and begin art therapy without a GP or specialist referral.

Some families and adults choose to attend art therapy alongside other supports, but this is not a requirement.

Our priority is to ensure that every client feels safe, comfortable and supported. While it is often beneficial for children to attend sessions independently, parents or caregivers are welcome to stay if this supports the child’s comfort and sense of safety.

We can also support gentle, child-led transitions toward one-on-one sessions when appropriate, always guided by your child’s needs and readiness.

This is a very common and valid question. We recommend beginning with an initial session to see how the experience feels. There is no obligation to commit to ongoing therapy.

If after a session you feel art therapy is not the right fit, that is completely okay and fully understood.

No. Art therapy is client-led. Some clients talk a lot, some talk very little, and others prefer not to talk at all. All approaches are welcome.

The creative process itself can be a powerful form of expression, with or without words.

Session frequency is discussed on a case-by-case basis, depending on individual needs, goals and circumstances. We work collaboratively to find a rhythm that feels manageable and supportive.

Art therapy is a therapeutic process, not an art lesson. The focus is not on learning techniques or producing a finished artwork, but on supporting emotional expression, regulation and insight through creative processes.

Sessions are facilitated by a trained clinical art therapist and are grounded in psychological understanding and therapeutic practice.

No. Artistic skill or experience is not required. Art therapy is about the process of making, exploring and expressing in a way that feels supportive and meaningful.

Orly works with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. If you’re unsure whether art therapy is suitable, you’re welcome to get in touch.

Yes. Confidentiality is an important part of therapeutic work. There are some legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, particularly where safety concerns arise. These will be explained clearly and respectfully.

Art therapy is a recognised therapeutic approach and is used internationally in a range of clinical, educational and community settings.

The first step is to make an enquiry. You’re welcome to ask questions, share a little about your situation, or explore whether art therapy feels like the right fit.