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Lucy Shearman

The Decline of Play and Rise in Children's Mental Disorders

Here's a link to an interesting article I came across. Definitely worth a read. https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/freedom-learn/20...

Lucy Shearman

Forget Me Not

This is a reflective piece of art work I made a year ago around working as an Art Psychotherapist at St Christopher's Hospice. The work...

Lucy Shearman

The Power of Art

This is an image I've always found interesting and makes me think a lot about the work I do with people. Perhaps it's something you can...

Lucy Shearman

'An addict needs shame like a man dying of thirst needs salt water.' Terrance Real

I am currently doing some interesting CPD training around shame and was reminded of the above titled quote. . I have worked with those...

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'It's a joy to be hidden and a disaster to not be found.' Winnitcott

I remember first coming across this Winnicott quote back when I was training. It resonated with me so much I have never forgotten it. I...

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Corinne Burton Memorial Trust- Art therapy research

Some exciting research coming through from Corinne Burton Memorial trust around Art Psychotherapy and cancer. This is something I am...

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The Dance

Sometimes we can feel consumed by our inner worlds and can't find a place for them in the external world. This is something that can be...

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Isolation

Have you ever felt silenced by your mental health? It can be isolating and lonely, this is where art therapy can be so helpful. You don't...

Lucy Shearman

Some reflective artwork, thinking about family dynamics.