Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and I understand that finding the right counsellor isn’t always easy. I truly believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of healing. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel accepted, seen, and heard. Together, we will build trust and explore what makes you feel safe, regularly checking in on your journey. There’s no set limit on our sessions; we’ll work at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
As an integrative creative arts counsellor, I blend various methods, combining the arts with talking therapy. The creative process is a powerful tool for our well-being. Combining the arts with talking therapy allows us to dive deeper into our thoughts, emotions, feelings and patterns of behaviours as well as connecting our body and mind.
My experiences as an artist, teacher, and counsellor have shown me how transformative the arts can be for self-expression, overcoming challenges, and fostering connection. Navigating my own mental health challenges led me to train as a creative arts counsellor. Here I experienced firsthand the transformative value of the therapeutic relationship combined with the arts and the impact this had on my own healing.
In addition to my private practice, I co-facilitate adult groups using the arts to support physical, mental health and wellbeing. I also offer workshops. Additionally, I work with children and adolescents in their home and in alternative provisions. Working with those who have faced or still face challenging school and life experiences resulting in anxiety, depression, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), or who may have special educational needs (SEND).
Creative therapy provides a safe haven for self-expression, allowing you to share difficult thoughts and emotions. It helps release suppressed feelings, reduce stress, and foster self-awareness and is especially beneficial for processing trauma. For those who find it hard to express themselves verbally, the arts offer an additional way to explore feelings and emotions.
In my free time, I enjoy painting, walking my dogs, and being outdoors. Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years working overseas, living in both Europe and Asia.
Email: jlaugere.counselling@gmail.com
