workshops & programs
create space experiential workshops
As a qualified and experienced counsellor & group facilitator, I offer a compassionate, respectful & trauma informed space where individuals can explore and express their creativity, feelings, emotions and experiences in a safe, supportive & non-judgmental space.
Buderim, Sunshine Coast, QLD
Register your interest here [email protected]
create space for CREATIVITY
Dates TBA
process focused workshops to promote creativity without perfection
small group
3 hour in-person group workshops
Small open group
- 1 x 3 hour workshop $75
I offer a welcoming, nurturing and safe space to show up, just as you are.
3 hour experiential creative workshops with gentle guidance, prompts & encouragement in a safe, nurturing and supportive creative environment
Time to pause, reflect, share - discover meaning, find joy & contentment in the process of creating & sharing
An opportunity to re-connect with yourself & create connections with others
All art materials + workbook /journal pages + snacks + tea/coffee are included
Create Space for Creativity is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with your self, your creativity, and explore your inner world through meaningful, hands-on art experiences.This is not a class in how to “make art”—this is a nurturing & supportive container for self discovery, reflection, and expression. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, creatively blocked, or simply longing to reconnect with yourself & others — this wonderful journey is here to support you.
No art skills are needed. Just bring your curiosity, an open heart & mind, and the intention to show up for yourself.
Together we will explore ...
Printmaking
Print with natural materials, different fabrics, shapes and textures.
Explore colour, layering, and discovery through mark-making & printing.
Collage
Create collaged cards that hold meaning, insights,guidance,memories and/or reminders.
Assemble a personal oracle collection of memories, insight and intention.
Clay
Shape and create totem poles of whimsical figures, creatures, shapes and forms.
Let your hands tell a story of imagination, meaningful memories or mystical magical intention.
Painting
Using music combined with colour and mark making to reconnect to emotion, rhythm and inner flow.
Allow what emerges, surrender and release planning or perfection.
Beading
Create simple strings or talismans using beads as psychological anchors.
Each bead a symbol. Each pattern a story. Each string a reminder.
Slow Stitching
Embrace slow stitching as a tool for mindfulness, connection & self care
Create & design with colour, intention & the joy of creating
Re -purposed journal
Design & Cover your repurposed journal - re cycle, re purpose & re -create
pages of colour, prints, designs, words, marks and objects for personal expression & meaning
Weaving
Colours ,textures & patterns
Woven storytelling, messages of wisdom
Mixed Media Self Portrait Canvas
Give yourself permission to create from your heart
Allow yourself the freedom to express yourself & allow your creativity to flow
"And every day, the world will drag you by the hand, yelling,
'This is important! And this is important! And this is important! You need to worry about this! And this! And this!'
And each day, it's up to you to yank your hand back, put it on your heart and say, 'No. This is what's important."
-
Ian S Thomas
'This is important! And this is important! And this is important! You need to worry about this! And this! And this!'
And each day, it's up to you to yank your hand back, put it on your heart and say, 'No. This is what's important."
-
Ian S Thomas
create space for ME
In these experiential & expressive workshops you will be gently guided to explore your inner world through creative expression, mindful practices, therapeutic processes and healing therapies.
These workshops have been lovingly created with care & respect, they offer a safe,supportive & nurturing environment where your passion, purpose, and authentic self can flourish.
Whether you are seeking insight, healing, or a deeper connection with yourself, you will find a compassionate space to grow, reflect, and discover insights here. Nurture & nourish yourself, create space for valuable & meaningful insight, self-awareness, discovery,deep connection & transformation.
These workshops offer a unique blend of trauma-informed, therapeutic practices including therapeutic art, expressive therapies, family constellations, mindfulness, reiki, yoga, movement and body-based practices. All have been lovingly crafted to nurture and nourish your whole being.
Part 1
- Me,Myself & I
- Listening Within
- Finding My Voice
- Deeper Connections
- Pathway to potential
- I am ME
Included
+ homemade treats/snacks /tea/coffee & refreshments
+ work book/journal /reflective prompts + art materials
small group - 8 maximum creating a safe container for deeper exploration
Experience
Expressive Therapies
Therapeutic Art & Writing
Family Constellations
Meditation & Mindfulness
Yoga & Gentle movement
Symbol Work
Storytelling & Affirmations
Small group -8 people max
All grounded in trauma-informed and reflective practices to nurture insight and healing.
Part 1
$150 1 workshop
$345 3 workshops
- Me,Myself & I
- Listening Within
- Finding My Voice
Me, Myself & I
therapeutic art + craft psychology
This workshop invites you to gently explore your authentic self through creative expression.
Using therapeutic art, you’ll begin to uncover the layers of who you are, your potential, hopes, and dreams. This safe space encourages self-reflection and curiosity, supporting you to nurture your sense of self, who you would like to be ,embrace change, possibility and potential.
Listening Within
family Constellation + meditation, yoga & body-based therapies
A fusion of meditation, yoga, and body-based therapies, this workshop invites you tune inward, cultivating mindfulness and a deeper connection to your body’s wisdom. An invitation to explore the guidance of your inner wise self with a family constellation. This workshop is about listening deeply to the stories your body are telling you.
Finding My Voice
therapeutic writing & storytelling
This workshop focuses on self-expression through the written word.
Engage in therapeutic writing and storytelling exercises to give voice to your experiences, emotions, and insight.
Affirmations and healing sentences, create empowering narratives that support your growth and resilience, allowing space for a creative, reflective practice that encourages healing through the power of words & written language.
Small group
8 people max
Enquiries [email protected]
+Part 2
$150 1 workshop
$325 3 workshops
Deeper Connections
creative Collage + inner Dialogue + psychological anchors
Explore the patterns, influences, and connections in your relationships through the tactile and visual medium of collage.
This creative process allows you to represent and reflect on how you relate to others, family, community, and yourself.
It is a dynamic way to visualise your social world and nurture awareness of how connection shapes your healing and growth.
Path of Potential
symbol work + affirmations + ritual
Symbols hold deep meaning and speak from our subconscious , in this workshop you will engage in symbol-work & exploration to uncover personal metaphors and archetypes that represent your pathway to potential.
Through creative activities, you’ll discover insights that can guide your future growth, encouraging you to connect with inner wisdom , support and resources to release the blocks and barriers to reach your potential.
I am...
visualisation + therapeutic art + aromatherapy
Celebrate your personal journey of discovery with a visualisation, express yourself via mixed media self-portrait that honors you, your growth, developed awareness, possibility and potential.
Create your own personal aroma-therapy mist to connect & remind you to embrace imperfection & make space for authenticity.
This experiential & expressive workshop encourages you to integrate wisdom and insight to create a powerful representation of your amazingly authentic self - recognition ,respect + empowerment.
Small group
8 people max
Please register your interest here [email protected]
$150 1 workshop
$325 3 workshops
- Deeper Connections
- Pathway to Potential
- I am ME
Deeper Connections
creative Collage + inner Dialogue + psychological anchors
Explore the patterns, influences, and connections in your relationships through the tactile and visual medium of collage.
This creative process allows you to represent and reflect on how you relate to others, family, community, and yourself.
It is a dynamic way to visualise your social world and nurture awareness of how connection shapes your healing and growth.
Path of Potential
symbol work + affirmations + ritual
Symbols hold deep meaning and speak from our subconscious , in this workshop you will engage in symbol-work & exploration to uncover personal metaphors and archetypes that represent your pathway to potential.
Through creative activities, you’ll discover insights that can guide your future growth, encouraging you to connect with inner wisdom , support and resources to release the blocks and barriers to reach your potential.
I am...
visualisation + therapeutic art + aromatherapy
Celebrate your personal journey of discovery with a visualisation, express yourself via mixed media self-portrait that honors you, your growth, developed awareness, possibility and potential.
Create your own personal aroma-therapy mist to connect & remind you to embrace imperfection & make space for authenticity.
This experiential & expressive workshop encourages you to integrate wisdom and insight to create a powerful representation of your amazingly authentic self - recognition ,respect + empowerment.
Small group
8 people max
Please register your interest here [email protected]
Workshop, Courses and Program Booking Terms and conditions
I understand that plans can change and unforeseen circumstances may arise. If you need to cancel your registration for the workshop, program or course please note the following policy:
Please note that refunds will be processed within 14 days of the receipt of your cancellation notice.
To cancel your registration, please email [email protected] with the subject line “Workshop/Course/Program Cancellation” and include your name, email, and the date of the workshop you are cancelling.
I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this cancellation policy.
I understand that plans can change and unforeseen circumstances may arise. If you need to cancel your registration for the workshop, program or course please note the following policy:
- Cancellations received more than 14 days before the workshop start date will receive a full refund.
- Cancellations received between 7-14 days before the workshop start date will receive a 50% refund.
- Cancellations received less than 7 days before the workshop start date will not be eligible for a refund.
Please note that refunds will be processed within 14 days of the receipt of your cancellation notice.
To cancel your registration, please email [email protected] with the subject line “Workshop/Course/Program Cancellation” and include your name, email, and the date of the workshop you are cancelling.
I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this cancellation policy.
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Live the life you've imagined."
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