No. Our art therapy workshops in Melbourne focus on process, not perfection. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or haven’t touched a brush since school, our neurographic drawing, collage, and intuitive painting exercises meet you exactly where you are—zero judgment, all exploration.

To keep the experience intimate and truly therapeutic, we cap the at 12 seats. Previous terms have reached capacity within two weeks of launch, so early registration is encouraged if you want an in-studio spot.

The Creative Therapy Circle is a well-being workshop, not a clinical treatment program. For safety and quality of experience, we do not recommend enrolment if:

1. You are in acute mental-health crisis (e.g., active psychosis, suicidal ideation, or require inpatient care).

2. You need one-to-one psychiatric or psychological support as your primary intervention—our group setting is complementary, not a substitute for professional therapy.

3. You have uncontrolled substance dependence that could impair participation or compromise the safety of the group.

4. You are under 18 years old (the content is designed for adults).

5. You cannot commit to basic group agreements—respect, confidentiality, and non-judgement—essential for a trauma-informed space.

6. Strong sensory sensitivities that make art materials, fragrances, or gentle movement distressing and cannot be comfortably managed with reasonable adjustments.

If any of these points apply, please reach out to a qualified mental-health professional or contact us for referral options. We’d love to welcome you in a future term when participation feels safe and supportive for you.