Art Therapy for Seniors — Mental Health Services in Edinburgh, Scotland
Address43-45 Easter Rd EH7 5PL, Edinburgh, SCO
Phone+447879386310
Websitejoey-art.co.uk
Joey is an Art Psychotherapist based in Edinburgh, Scotland, offering art therapy to older adults and carers. She works with individuals through one-to-one sessions at the Creative Arts Therapies Space (CATS) in Leith, and also provides freelance art therapy for organisations across the Lothians. Her approach is relational, informed by psychodynamic thinking and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Joey has clinical experience working with trauma, disability, ageing, and bereavement, including past work with the NHS and palliative care. She believes art therapy can provide comfort, meaning, and hope during life changes such as dementia, illness, grief, or retirement. Sessions are tailored to individual needs and can be conducted in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Best for
- Older adults
- Carers
- Individuals experiencing life changes
- Organisations supporting older adults
| Key services | One-to-one art therapy, Art therapy for organisations, Group art therapy sessions, Freelance art therapy projects |
| Languages | English, Cantonese, Mandarin |
| Tags | art therapy, older adults, carers, edinburgh, ageing well, dementia support, grief counselling, psychodynamic therapy, act therapy, cantonese speaking therapist |
Reviews on Google4.8 · 5 reviews
So far the service has been great! Smooth booking, clear communication,Joey listens with patience and offers supportive guidance during the sessions. Thank you, Joey
Joey is an exceptionally caring person.
Joey has a real passion for helping older adults and carers. I can really feel how much she care about the people she works with.
A lovely art therapist to work with. Caring and knowledgeable. Highly recommend :)
Joey is an excellent art therapist. She is truly professional and consistently demonstrates strong collaboration with classmates and colleagues. From her sharing, she really takes time to understand people as an individual and walking alongside you with compassion and care. Her use of creative approaches makes the process not only supportive but also deeply engaging, offering new ways to explore and navigate life’s challenges.
Location
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