Art therapy with Aysha
For Victorian schools

With over 8 years of experience working with young people in community and art settings, I have contributed to youth programs at City of Greater Dandenong Libraries and SIGNAL Art Studio at City of Melbourne. I have also designed and delivered art therapy programs for students from primary to high school at Timbarra College and Prahran High School, supporting emotional well-being and self-expression.

My experience includes working with children from diverse backgrounds, facing challenges such as anxiety, bullying, behavioural challenges, and difficult home environments. I’m passionate about creating spaces where students can express themselves, build resilience, and develop healthy expressions.

Qualifications

  • Master of Therapeutic Arts Practice

  • AThR registered with ANZACATA as Professional member

Six Week School Program overview

Designed in consultation with each school, ensuring it meets the specific needs of the selected student group. It remains flexible, evolving with students' experiences throughout the sessions.

Key Features:

  • Aligned with school well-being goals, curriculum integration, trial session available: A one-off discounted introduction allows students to experience the program before committing, with an opportunity to discuss it with parents or teachers.

Program Logistics:

  • 6-week group-based program

  • Group sessions only (no 1:1 sessions)

  • 1 to 3 sessions per day (at a fixed daily rate)

  • 5–8 students (flexibility for smaller groups)

Timing: Can run during school hours or as an after-school program

    • Signed parental consent

    • Direct contact with Wellbeing coordinator and/or Art teacher

    • Trolley with some basic art supplies i.e. paper, coloured pencils and markers

    • Quiet or private room with enough tables and chairs for group.

    • Shelving/cabinet or trolley to store artworks and supplies during the term

    • Semi-regular check ins

    • Access to secure share drive and

    • Access to student time table

    • Teacher/staff should be present for groups larger than 5

  • Student confidentiality is taken seriously and is guided by the terms agreed upon with the students in the group. Students may request that their artwork and the content of discussions remain confidential, and this will be respected within reason. However, summaries of behavioural observations and response to therapy activities may be documented at the end of each session and stored securely in a shared drive at no additional cost. If further reporting is required, an additional fee may apply.

    • Small Group (up to 5 students): $388/day

      – Up to 3 sessions per day

    • Large Group (6–10 students): $598/day

      – Up to 2 sessions per day

    • Reporting or specialist consultation: $150/hour

    • Specialist art materials (if required): $3 per student

    • Cancellations require at least 2 days’ notice. Short-notice cancellations will be charged at the full daily rate

    (Based on the NDIS pay scale as outlined by Schools Victoria)

Benefits

  • Assist with emotional regulation

  • Developing new skills

  • Opportunity for emotional processing

  • Non-verbal expression

  • Bonding with peers Mindfulness

  • Non-judgmental therapeutic expression

  • Building healthy expressive habits

  • Encourages reflection and reflexivity

  • Explore and experiment complex emotions

  • Self awareness

  • Externalise thoughts