What shape waits in the seed of you
to grow and spread its branches
against a future sky?
David Whyte
Nurturing the need for self expression; inside and out
Art Psychotherapy
I offer a creative, social and therapeutic Art Psychotherapy space to groups and individuals both in a studio setting and outdoors in nature.
Ecotherapy
Working therapeutically in nature has many positive benefits for your mental health. Research has shown that spending time outdoors can decrease our levels of stress and anxiety and fosters a greater connection and re-connection to ourselves and the natural world.
Forest Bathe and Guided Walks
I am a trained Forest Bathing practitioner lead group and individual walks and within the New Forest. Please use the contact section on the website to find out more.
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My background is as an artist, a BA in Fine Art from University of Ulster with further training as an Art Psychotherapist gaining a 1st in MA Art Therapy in 2010. I have worked in a variety of settings in Ireland and the UK and am registered with HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) and BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists).
I like to recognise myself as part of nature rather than separate and above it. My own journey is ongoing, exploring my place within the ecosystem in a way that is respectful and mutually beneficial. For my own wellbeing I have discovered the importance of art making, mindfulness and compassion practices and time spent in nature. I love to share these practices with others.
I have enjoyed further immersive training in Environmental Therapy with the Tariki Trust https://www.tarikitrust.org/ and as Forest Bathing Guide and practitioner with Nature and Therapy UK. I am a fully qualified Forest School Leader, working with both children and adults in an outdoor setting.
Individual Therapy
I offer sessions to individuals indoor and outdoors. These may be art therapy or ecotherapy. I also offer zoom sessions. My fee is between £50-75 per hour. I offer a free initial 15 minute consultation by phone/zoom free of charge.
One off Coaching/Mentor Sessions
Do you have a specific problem or issue that you need to talk through? I give space and time for you, a long forest walk together and the opportunity of a different perspective. Contact me for more information.
Corporate Days and Training Days
I have facilitated Arts and Wellbeing programmes and corporate days; both inside and outside. Some clients I have worked with:
Bournemouth Borough Council
Compass Counselling
Dorset County Council
Hampshire County Council
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust (HIWWT)
NHS
The National Trust
The Tariki Trust
NPA (National Parks Authority)
hArt (Hampshire Art Recreation and Therapy)
Hampshire Cultural Trust
Walder Events
Forest Bathing Sessions and Guided Walks
These take place in the New Forest, please contact me for details on the next walk or to arrange a guided walk.
CONTACT
Sam Lewis
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