Creative Therapy
People often choose creative therapy when they want to explore emotions in a non-verbal way, express themselves safely, or work through challenges that are difficult to put into words. Unlike talking therapy, which can feel intense for some, creative therapy encourages sharing thoughts and feelings through art, music, or movement. It can be particularly beneficial for children, young adults, and anyone who identifies as neurodivergent.
Creative therapy can support a wide range of challenges, including:
Feeling stuck or unsure how to move forward
Anxiety, depression, or ongoing stress
Work-related pressure or burnout
Relationship difficulties
Bereavement, loss, or significant life changes
Coping with upsetting past or recent experiences
Difficult emotions such as anger, guilt, sadness, or low self-esteem
Managing a long-term physical health condition that affects mental wellbeing
Our creative therapy focuses on you and your unique way of expressing yourself.
Each session is guided by a trained therapist and tailored to your interests, abilities, and goals. Creative therapy uses art, music, movement, or drama to explore emotions and experiences, helping you develop insight, coping strategies, and personal resilience.
Your therapist provides a safe, non-judgemental space where you can experiment, reflect, and explore in ways that feel comfortable. The aim isn’t to produce finished work or “perform,” but to help you understand yourself better, process emotions, and uncover strengths you can apply in everyday life.
Most programmes last 6 - 8 sessions, but this is flexible and reviewed throughout to suit your needs. All creative therapy sessions are delivered in person, at times that work best for you.
Our therapists meet high professional standards and for creative therapy, are registered with ??. Our service is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), ensuring recognised ethical and quality care.
Key benefits:
Flexible: no minimum or maximum number of sessions
Consistent: weekly sessions at a time that suits you
Accessible: in person
Supportive: friendly guidance to make your creative therapy journey comfortable and enriching
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but at Rise we’re here to make it simple, supportive, and easy to understand. Read on to see what you can expect.
You’ll meet your therapist in a safe, confidential space
The session is an opportunity to discover why you’re seeking support and what you hope to achieve.
Your therapist will explain how creative therapy works and answer any questions, so you feel comfortable and informed.
Your therapist will work with you to create a plan suited to your needs and goals.
Sessions are structured to the approach used in creative therapy and your personal preferences.
The number of sessions is flexible — most programmes last 6–8 sessions, but this is adapted as needed.
Each session provides a supportive, non-judgemental space to explore thoughts, feelings, or behaviours.
You’ll learn practical strategies and techniques specific to creative therapy.
Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure therapy is meeting your needs.
Confidential: Everything you share with us is private - we will only share information with others if we're concerned about your safety or the safety of others (read our privacy & confidentiality policy here)
Flexible: Sessions are in person
Professional: Delivered by qualified, accredited therapists.
Personalised: Techniques and session focus are adapted to your needs.
