Creative Crew
Arts for Life Project is open to young people aged 8 to 24 who are looking for a creative, supportive space to explore their wellbeing. We work hard to be as inclusive as possible, and we welcome young people from a wide range of backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
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Our Creative Crew wellbeing sessions are designed for young people who:
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Are able to engage in a group or one-to-one creative setting
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Can participate in art-based activities for short periods of time (at least for around 10 minutes at a time)
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Are at a stage where a community-based, creative wellbeing programme is an appropriate level of support
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Not sure if our creative sessions are the right fit?
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That's okay - Arts for Life Project offers more than one way in. If a young person needs a more tailored or clinical support, they may be better placed with our clinical team, who offer therapeutic support on a referred basis. Alternatively, our mentoring programme can be a great option for young people who benefit from a more flexible, one-to-one relationship rather than a group creative setting.
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We always try to have an honest conversation with referrers and families before a young person joins us, to make sure we are matching them to the right part of our service from the start.
1:1 Clinical Therapy
Individual Therapeutic Support offered on an
open-ended basis.
Support is offered through BACP / UKCP registered professionals. Our professionals are person-centred and multi-discipline trained and use a combination of support techniques to suit individual needs.
Referrals are accepted from individuals, parents/carers and any professionals working with children and young people.
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You can self-refer into the service if you are 16 years or above.
1:1 Art & Wellbeing
“Art & Creativity can help us tap into our emotions and make sense of them"
In our 1:1 Art & Wellbeing sessions we offer 50-minute sessions filled with creativity of every kind. Not only that, but it's also a whole lot of fun!
Art can help improve health and wellbeing in a host of ways, from increasing serotonin levels and increasing blood flow to the part of the brain associated with pleasure. Art can also foster new ways of thinking and promotes holistic wellness, which in turn, can support physical and mental wellbeing. It can encourage social engagement, increase confidence and can foster new ways of thinking.
1:1 Mentoring
Using the magic of the arts, we offer 50 minute 1:1 sessions with an experienced Youth Mentor, tailored specifically to the young person’s needs.
The supportive relationship between mentors and mentees contributes to both immediate and long-term benefits. These include lifestyle choices, enhancement of self-esteem and self-confidence, improving behaviours both at home and at school, and supporting and encouraging positive social skills.
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These sessions can be open-ended allowing the young person to grow in a safe and nurturing environment with no completion deadline. They stay until they feel safe and confident enough to move on.
Wellbeing Cafe
A welcoming place for parents and carers (with their families if they wish) to relax, have a cuppa, to just be.
Our parent support worker, Mandy, will be at the café during these times to support you with any challenges you may be facing.
All Arts for Life Project parents and carers are welcome, even if your child attends sessions with us on a different day. The café offers a friendly ear, activities and talks and/or just a quiet place to chat.
The Wellbeing Cafe is open:
Every Monday and Tuesday during term time: from 4pm – 6:15pm.
Saint John's United Reformed Church
Hallowell Rd, Northwood HA6 1DN.
1:1 Wellbeing Support
Our one-to-one Wellbeing Support is offered by Luke, our qualified Wellbeing Practitioner. Using a blend of life coaching, CBT-based techniques, and guided relaxation, Luke helps young people explore their feelings, build resilience, and develop positive ways of coping with challenges.
Each session is tailored to the individual, providing a safe and supportive space to grow in confidence and feel calmer and more empowered in everyday life. Luke is a certified Life Coach with additional training in CBT and Hypnotherapy.
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