WELCOME to Perry Psychotherapy
WHAT IS ART THERAPY?
ART THERAPY USES THE CREATIVE PROCESS OF MAKING ART TO IMPROVE AND ENHANCE THE PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLBEING. IT ALLOWS CLIENTS TO EXPLORE THEIR FEELINGS, THOUGHTS & WORRIES WITHIN A SAFE SPACE.
hello, my name is Mairi Perry.
I am an art therapist based in Edinburgh.
My practice is open to all ages and I specialise in trauma, brain injury and neurodivergence.
My role is to help people express thoughts and feelings they may not be aware they have (often known as unconscious thoughts). Often these unconscious thoughts affect our mood and behaviour in ways that we aren't even aware of, and which may not always make sense to us.
Through creative activities and play, art therapy can gently help people to explore these deeper feelings, helping them process emotions, reduce anxiety, and gain a better sense of themself.
Art therapy provides a safe and supportive space where they can express what's on their minds in a way that feels natural and comfortable.
I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist registered member of BAAT (British Association of Art Therapists), HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) & ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)
HCPC & BATT Registration:AS017574
https://baat.org/find-an-art-therapist/63590/
ICO Registration: ZB870712
CLIENT QUOTES
PARENT QUOTE:
“We always feel very welcomed, mairi is very creative and charismatic. my daughter always looks forward to meeting her and trying new things”
Client quote:
“It helps with my nightmares. i like talking about my worries with mairi.”
parent quote:
“my daughter looks forward to her sessions. She says they help her and I find it helpful for her to talk to someone else who can listen and also give advice.”
Parent quote:
“my son struggles big emotions and transitions, mairi offered for us to come for a free meet and greet and instantly my son was at ease with her which is rare for him. he was really excited to go back”
The art making process can be guided by your feelings, thoughts and experiences. You may start after a prompt or creating something that comes to mind. The therapist will support and facilitate discussion, helping you gain insight into your emotions and experiences.
What happens in a session?
No, you do not need to be good at art and no experience is necessary.
The focus is not on the artistic quality of the work but on the individual’s inner experiences and the therapeutic process.
