Welcome to Art Therapy for Life, your local destination for art therapy in Launceston, Tasmania. We provide a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where children, teenagers and adults can explore their emotions, express themselves creatively and enhance their overall wellbeing through the therapeutic power of art.
Art therapy offers an evidence based creative way to explore feelings, build self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies and support emotional wellbeing. You don’t need to be artistic or have any previous art experience to benefit from art therapy. It’s about the process of creating, exploring and discovering new ways to understand yourself. Open the door to personal growth, self expression and positive change in our supportive space that allows you to explore your individual needs at your own pace.
Why Choose Art Therapy for Life in Launceston?
- Local and Accessible: Conveniently located at 11 Birch Avenue, Newstead, Launceston.
- Qualified Clinical Art Therapist: Experienced in working with children, teens, adults, and families.
- NDIS-Approved Services: Supporting self-managed and plan-managed participants.
- Flexible Options: Individual, group, and workplace sessions available.
- Safe and Inclusive: Trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
Creative Art workshops for young people
Held on alternating Monday afternoons from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm, these workshops provide a fun, creative outlet for young people.
Teen Workshops (13–19 years): A safe space to connect, build social network and get creative.
Pre-Teen Workshops (8–12 years): Build social skills, confidence, and resilience while exploring creativity.
Engaging art activities and hands-on creative experiences encourage young people to develop new skills, explore their imagination, connect with others and enjoy the benefits of creative expression. Mindfulness, emotional wellbeing and personal growth are promoted in a relaxed, inclusive environment where every young person is encouraged to express themselves in their own unique way.
Cost: $39 per person (limit of 6 per group). Includes light refreshments.
📍 Location: 11 Birch Avenue, Newstead, Launceston.
1:1 Art coaching for NDIS participants
Looking for creative NDIS support that encourages confidence, communication and everyday life skills?
Our 1:1 art coaching sessions for NDIS participants offer a supportive, welcoming environment where individuals can explore their creativity, express themselves and develop practical skills through art.
NDIS 1:1 Art Coaching Details
Session length: 90 minutes
Available: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
NDIS funding: Available for eligible self-managed and plan-managed participants under Core – Daily Activities, subject to individual plan funding and applicable NDIS requirements.
Individual, family, couples and group sessions
Our 90-minute therapy sessions are tailored to your unique needs, offering a safe, supportive and creative space for healing, self-discovery and personal growth.
Individual Therapy
Explore anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, identity and emotional wellbeing through personalised therapeutic support.
Couples & Family Therapy
Strengthen communication, build empathy and improve relationships in a safe, supportive environment.
Group Art Therapy
Discover the benefits of creative expression, connection and shared experiences to support emotional wellbeing.
Every journey is unique. We work with you to create a therapeutic approach that supports your needs and goals.
Premium Services
Choose a session plan that suits your goals. Options include ongoing therapy, intensive programs, and creative wellbeing packages.
About Laura
I am dedicated to helping You Live Your Best Life.
About Me:
My name is Laura De Bruyn, Grandma, LauLau and Mum. Since becoming widowed after my husband’s long battle with cancer, my ‘at home’ family consists of a dog, cat, and 100+ birds who have helped unite me with my neighborhood community.
After working for 15 years in a family bakery, I finally followed my dream and studied at the University of Tasmania, graduating with a Bachelor of Education in 2004. I taught across all age ranges, school settings and curriculum areas in my ten years of experience, specialising in children with neurodivergent learning issues.
A lifetime spent learning and teaching art and crafts, and my teaching and life experiences led me to an Art Therapist Practitioner course through Health and Harmony College in 2023. This enabled me to volunteer with a Teen Challenge Meaningful Art program to build on my growing skill set. I graduated from the course in November 2023 and remained with the Meaningful Art Program for another 12 months. I have recently returned to Health and Harmony College to upgrade to Clinical Art Therapist, ensuring my skills continue to develop to give you the best possible service.
I have also recently added NDIS training to my skill set and can now accept NDIS clients on a managed or self managed plan for art coaching with core daily activities funding.
Based on my life experiences and skill set, my focus is on improving learning and life skills for neurodivergent children and helping teens negotiate life as they become young adults. This includes helping families as they approach these hurdles together. Providing support for adults in need of direction, confidence and motivation in this fast-paced, material society is also a priority.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have Any Questions For Us?
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please use the contact us link and Laura will be happy to answer any further questions.
How is art therapy different to Counselling?
Art therapy focuses on creating a visual image from your inner being. It is this process of creation that builds space to reflect, explore and communicate solutions and healing. Sometimes we are so overwhelmed by life that there are no words. the artwork provides an external focal point that can provide an alternative, safe place to gain perspective and insights into trauma and life issues on a deeper level than conversation alone.
Who can do art therapy?
Anyone seeking clarity, relief from trauma or pain or life improvements can do art therapy. Art therapy is a proven technique used with children and adults to help build coping skills, improve learning, communication, relationship and life skills, deal with trauma and improve health and well-being. It is an effective treatment used by clients with depression, anxiety, disabilities, anger issues and substance abuse. Individuals, couples and groups – workplace, sporting and social groups and families can all benefit from tailored sessions.
I cannot draw very well. will art therapy still work for me?
Yes. Laura will gently guide you to put pen to paper, paint on a brush or feel the clay and you will be creating before you know it. There are no art rules or judgement as art therapy is more about the process than the finished article. Every session is a safe, confidential space to explore what makes you the person you are or want to be.
i am nervous to start. Can I bring a friend or carer with me?
Yes. your session is all about you. a carer, support worker or friend is welcome to participate in the art activities and contribute to any discussion if that makes you feel more comfortable. the main focus is on you as the client and ensuring your needs are met in the best possible way is important at art therapy for life.
how many sessions do I need to attend?
the number of sessions depends on the issues raised. to ensure the best resolution is reached over a period of time, 4 – 6 sessions may provide the answers to many issues. Workshops can be a one off event in a workplace situation or ongoing such as the pre-teen and teen workshops run on Monday afternoons. These workshops aim to build social networking as well as life skills and participants tend to come along for longer periods that can be anything from a school term to several years.
Get in Touch with Art Therapy for Life
Ready to start your healing journey?
Contact us today to book art therapy sessions in Launceston for individuals, families, or NDIS participants.
Call 0419 590 989
Email laura@arttherapyforlife.com.au
We’re here to support your wellbeing through creativity.