Therapy Creative Arts Therapy Why is creative arts therapy so important? Creative Arts Therapy are forms of psychotherapy and improve the mental health of children through using art, drama, music, dance and movement to obtain positive therapeutic outcomes. This uses children's imagination and creativity to explore and work through feelings or issues that may be difficult to approach directly. This can support children to understand themselves better, decrease difficulties, and help them adjust to their lives. By using creative therapies, it enables us to meet children at the right developmental level and children can communicate more than what they might be able to say through words. We work with a wide range of needs, with some children dealing with specific events that may be preventing them from engaging at school. Some children who visit us have complex family histories such as domestic violence, parental mental health issues, addiction, family break downs, or are subject to neglect and abuse. Here at SVFP, we are equipped to adapt to the needs of your child and help address these issues in a safe and individualised way, whether that be early non-verbal play, mature thoughtful conversation, or anywhere in between. Who do we offer it to? We currently offer our creative arts therapy to children between the ages of 4 and 13 years. We accept referrals from local schools, children's services, other agencies working with children and families. When funds allow, it can be possible for parents to refer directly. Please contact [email protected] Manage Cookie Preferences