What is Art Therapy?

Qualification & Registeration

I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a full member of the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT). I hold an MSc in Art Psychotherapy from Queen Margaret University and have experience working across a variety of settings, including private practice, healthcare, education, and the third sector.

Art therapy offers a creative and supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may be difficult to express through words alone. It is not about artistic skill or producing a finished piece of art, but about using visual expression as a powerful tool for reflection, processing, and personal insight. Through this process, individuals can reconnect with themselves in meaningful and transformative ways.

My therapeutic approach is psychodynamic, person-centred, inclusive, and trauma-informed. Psychodynamic art therapy explores how past experiences, often unconscious, influence present emotions, behaviours, and relationships. During art-making, themes and metaphors naturally arise, providing valuable material to explore and deepen understanding. This process allows hidden thoughts and feelings to emerge, fostering insight, reflection, and lasting emotional growth.

In addition, I integrate mindfulness and breathing strategies into my approach to support grounding, regulation, and enhanced self-awareness throughout therapy.

By combining these elements within a person-centred, trauma-informed framework, I aim to create a safe and supportive environment where you feel empowered to explore your inner world at your own pace, in a way that honours your unique story and needs.

I am strongly committed to accessibility and engagement, striving to ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming therapeutic space where individuals of all backgrounds and abilities feel supported to express themselves authentically.

If you are interested in working together or would like more information, please get in touch via the contact form below.

My Services

  • In-person individual sessions (50 minutes) are held in my dedicated therapeutic space, located near Pitlochry in Highland Perthshire.

    Please note that due to the rural setting and limited public transport, access to a vehicle is necessary to reach the space.

    Unfortunately, the premises is not currently accessible for wheelchair users. I apologise for this limitation and I am happy to offer online sessions as an alternative.

  • Individual art therapy sessions (50 minutes) online via Zoom.

  • I provide individual and group art thearpy sessions in a wide variety of settings, including schools, care homes and community settings.

    Please get in touch to discuss how my services could support your institution or organisation.

  • I design and deliver tailored workshops for organisations, focused on therapuetic arts and wellbeing.

    Please get in touch if your organisation is interested in a workshop.

  • I offer art therapy for children, young people, and adults experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, and mental health challenges, including:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Low self-esteem and confidence

    • Relationship difficulties

    • Self-harm

    • Eating disorders

    • Bereavement and loss

    • ADHD

    • Autism

    • Learning disabilities

    • PTSD and trauma

    In addition to these areas, I have experience supporting:

    • Refugees and asylum seekers

    • Survivors of sex trafficking and exploitation

    • People living with dementia

    • Children and adults with learning disabilities and complex needs

    Supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs is a particular area of interest and ongoing professional focus for me. I bring a compassionate, person-centred approach, adapting therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual.

  • Free Consultation

    Before we begin working together, I offer a free 20-minute consultation, either online or by phone. This is an opportunity for us to discuss what has brought you to art therapy, explore your hopes for the sessions, and consider how we might work together. You can arrange a consultation by completing the form below.

    Initial Meeting

    If we agree during the consultation that art therapy may be a good fit for you, we’ll arrange an initial session, either online or in person. This session provides a space for a more in-depth conversation about your current challenges and reasons for seeking therapy.

    Together, we’ll create a therapy plan that suits your needs. This might be an open-ended arrangement with no fixed end date, or a focused block of sessions (e.g. 6 or 12 weeks).

    Before this meeting, I’ll send you a therapy contract. You’ll have time during the session to review it, ask questions, and sign, if you feel ready to begin.

    Fees for individuals:

    • Standard Rate: £50 per session (available in-person or online)

    • Concession Rate*: £40 per session (available in-person or online)

    Fees for organisations

    • For organisations interested in my services, please contact me directly to discuss tailored pricing options.

    Payment

    • All payments are made via bank transfer.

  • During our initial consultation, we will discuss the duration and frequency of sessions that best suit your needs. This may be open-ended or arranged in blocks of 6 or 12 weeks. These plans are flexible and can be adjusted as our work together progresses.

    To support a consistent and reliable therapeutic process, sessions are typically held on the same day, at the same time and location each week. While weekly sessions are most common, fortnightly arrangements can also be considered to accommodate your schedule.

    Each session is tailored to the individual. We will regularly review your progress and adjust the structure of our sessions as needed to ensure they continue to meet your goals.

  • For in-person sessions, I provide a wide variety of art materials, including pens, pencils, paints, pastels, collage materials, clay and fabrics.

    All client artwork created during therapy will be safely and confidentially stored in my studio for the duration of our work together.

    For online sessions, clients are responsible for sourcing their own materials. Suggested options include standard drawing supplies (such as pencils, pens, crayons, or pastels), paints, paper, collage materials, or any other materials that feel expressive and accessible. I am very happy to support you in selecting materials that suit your needs and preferences.

    Clients attending online sessions are also responsible for the safe and confidential storage of any artwork created.

  • Sustainability is extremely important to me and my artistic practice. I prioritise sourcing art materials responsibly by supporting local, independent art shops and choosing sustainably produced products. I also emphasise using recycled or reasonably sourced packaging whenever possible.

    With a strong personal commitment to environmental responsibility and a deep interest in nature-based approaches to art thearpy, I carefully select my materials and, when appropriate, integrate natural materials into my practice.

  • Your privacy, safety, and confidentiality are central to my practice. I am committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring a safe therapeutic environment.

    I adhere strictly to the ethical standards and professional guidelines outlined by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT). I am also registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and comply fully with current data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

    All personal data is stored securely and used only for the purpose of providing a professional art therapy service. Information is kept confidential, except in circumstances where there is a legal obligation or serious concern for your safety or the safety of others.

    Full details regarding privacy, confidentiality, and data handling are outlined in the therapy contract, which is provided before sessions begin.

  • Please note that my art therapy service is not a crisis service.

    If you are in crisis or supporting someone who is, please reach out to one of the following free, 24-hour support services:

Contact Form

Interested in art thearpy for yourself, someone close to you or or on behalf of an organisation, please complete the form below or email: p.ramsaystagg@gmail.com

I will respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.