Art Psychotherapy for Emotional Expression, Healing, and Personal Growth

A supportive space for self-discovery and emotional connection.

Maria Picazo, art psychotherapist
Watercolour palette and sketchbook with a leaf

Welcome

A gentle, compassionate space

Through a mix of conversation and art making, I offer a compassionate space for healing, reflection, and expression.

Art therapy provides a gentle way to explore emotions that can be difficult to put into words. Through image-making — sometimes we only need a pen and paper — and the creative process, we can access insight, release emotional tension, and reconnect with ourselves.

No artistic experience is needed.

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Who I Work With

Supporting children, teenagers, and adults through life's challenges.

Children

  • Emotional expression
  • Anxiety support
  • Behavioural challenges
  • ADHD / Autism support
  • Confidence building

Teenagers

  • Identity exploration
  • Emotional regulation
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Self-esteem
  • Relationships

Adults

  • Burnout
  • Grief and loss
  • Trauma-informed support
  • Life transitions
  • Personal growth
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Understanding the work

What Is Art Therapy?

Art therapy combines psychotherapy with creative expression to support emotional healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.

The creative process can help express what words cannot, process difficult emotions, and discover new ways of seeing yourself and the world.

Supports emotional wellbeing
Helps process experiences
Encourages self-expression
Promotes insight and growth

No artistic experience is needed. It's not about creating something beautiful — it's about exploring, not performing.

Services

Flexible therapeutic support tailored to your needs.

Individual Therapy

One-to-one art psychotherapy sessions tailored to your unique needs and goals.

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Group Work

Supportive creative groups that encourage connection, reflection, and shared growth.

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Online Sessions

Accessible therapy sessions from the comfort and safety of your home.

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Kind Words

Reflections shared by people I've had the privilege to work with.

Maria has helped me to feel happier. I loved having a space to be myself, and to embrace my own voice in my daily life. I will miss our sessions.

— Client

Maria has been a great support during times of uncertainty and change. She helped me to feel grounded and to navigate life transitions. I feel grateful and will recommend her.

— Client

I felt safe and understood. Maria helped me to understand my behaviour so I could enhance my relationships with others.

— Client

You are warmly welcome here.
Let's begin your journey together.

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