Art Therapy for Life
Laura De Bruyn | Art Therapist Practitioner
HH Prac (Art.Th), B. ED (EC)
Art Therapy for Life serves the Launceston, Tasmania community. Tailored Individual and Family based sessions are available by appointment. Small group sessions designed to build life skills, develop confidence and identity and expand social networks are held on a fortnightly basis, with spots available in the pre-teen (8-12 years), teen (13-19 years), and adult (18+) sessions.
For information and bookings, please call 0419 590 989 (please leave a message, including your name and a return phone number for same day call back). Alternatively, enquiries can be sent to: laura@arttherapyforlife.com.au
Read Laura's Story
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, specializing 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.
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.
Art Therapy for Life:
Art Therapy for Life serves the Launceston, Tasmania community, currently operating from the RAOB G.A.B. Hall, 11 Birch Avenue, Newstead. Art therapy is the only modality at this point, but I will be looking to expand with future study planned.
Up to date information, including session times and availability, artworks, testimonials and activity can be found on Art Therapy for Life's social media pages.
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Location
RAOB. G.A.B. Hall, 11 Birch Ave, Newstead TAS 7250
