How long do sessions last?

Individual Art Psychotherapy sessions last one hour. This gives us time to settle in, catch up, explore what's been happening for you and reflect together. There will also be time to use art materials if you wish, although there is never any pressure to make art during a session.

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Some sessions might involve more talking, while others might involve making art, looking at images or simply taking some time to think and reflect. We can find a way of working that feels right for you, depending on what you need at the time.

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How long will I need to come to Art Psychotherapy?

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There is no set length of time, as everyone's circumstances, experiences and needs are different. Some people come to therapy for a relatively short period, while others find it helpful to have longer-term support.

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Art Psychotherapy can sometimes involve exploring experiences and feelings that have developed over many years, so it is important that we allow enough time for this to happen without feeling rushed. We will regularly check in together about how therapy is going, what you are finding helpful and whether there is anything you would like to change.

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You don't need to decide at the beginning how long you will come for. We can work this out together as we go along, taking things at a pace that feels manageable for you.

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When the time feels right, we will also think together about bringing therapy to an end. This is an important part of the therapeutic process and something we can prepare for gradually, rather than feeling that you need to make a sudden decision. The aim is for you to feel ready to finish and able to take forward what you have gained from our work together.