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Creative Workshops Membership Options

Online Pass $100

Creative Therapy Circle – Term 4 (Oct – Dec 2025)
from $100.00

Creative Therapy Circle - Expressive Art Workshops Online & In Cheltenham, Melbourne.

Looking for a space to connect, create and grow? Welcome to the Creative Therapy Circle, where art therapy meets self-discovery. This workshop is all about self-expression and personal transformation, where you have a chance to take a pause, unwind, and delve into the profound depths of your inner self.

What Is the Creative Therapy Circle?

Creative Therapy Workshops are more than just an art classes—they’re a sanctuary for your mind, body and soul. Every workshop we explore a different set of technique and modalities for you to experience. 🌊🧠

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What People Are Saying

  • Sophie

    “Every week is new—neurographic art today, shadow work last week—always a fresh insight.”

    Sophie

  • Social-work supervisor

    “ I felt safe, seen and gently challenged, never pushed.”

    Social-work supervisor

  • School Teacher

    “Valerie’s knowledge runs deep—from somatic practices to colour psychology.”

    School Teacher

  • Business Analyst

    “I’m a numbers guy, but the sacred-geometry session blew me away.”

    Business Analyst

  • Yoga Teacher

    "I’ve tried plenty of workshops, but none had this impact on me."

    Yoga Teacher

  • Graphic designer

    “I leave inspired and noticeably calmer, with fresh ideas every week.”

    Graphic designer

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Meet your facilitator

Valerie

She devoted herself to empowering others through art therapy using a unique holistic and integrated approach to navigate realms of mental wellness, empowerment, and inspirational insights.

Unique Approach:
We blend traditional art therapy techniques with mindfulness, somatic exercises, and modern tools like neurographic art and phototherapy, ensuring a holistic experience.

Valerie's Story
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    ✨ Since November 2023, the Creative Circle has been running every Saturday in Cheltenham — becoming a sanctuary for creativity, connection, and self-care.

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    🌿 In less than two years, more than 55 people have walked through our doors, each bringing their own story, emotions, and hopes — and finding a place to belong.

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    🎨 The Circle has grown into a space where art is more than art — it’s therapy, release, play, and a way to reset the nervous system through creative flow.

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    🌀 The sessions are intentionally designed around somatic grounding, breathwork, and creative exploration, helping participants release tension and find balance.

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    🌸 Participants describe the Circle as a place where they can “feel playful and free again, like being a child without restrictions.”

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    💫 Each week, we explore different modalities — from clay and collage to neurographic art, sacred geometry, and phototherapy — meeting people exactly where they are.

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    Others have discovered strength and values through activities like the Tree of Life practice — grounding in roots, stretching into growth, and celebrating flexibility.

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    🌍 While rooted in Cheltenham, the Creative Circle carries a universal vision: to show that creativity is medicine, and that gathering in community is one of the oldest and most powerful forms of healing.

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    🎭 Many arrive feeling stressed or overwhelmed — and leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected to themselves and others.

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    🤝 What makes the Circle special is the community: a supportive, non-judgmental group where people feel seen, heard, and accepted.

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    💡 Over time, participants notice transformation: reduced anxiety, emotional breakthroughs, new perspectives, and creative confidence that ripples into daily life.

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    💡 Over time, participants notice transformation: reduced anxiety, emotional breakthroughs, new perspectives, and creative confidence that ripples into daily life.

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    ✨ The sessions are not just workshops — they’ve become rituals of self-care, offering consistency in a world that can feel uncertain and fast-paced.

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    💖 Thank you to every soul who has joined us on this journey so far. The Creative Circle is what it is because of you — and we can’t wait to welcome more of you into this growing, glowing community.

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invitation to take a pause, unwind, and delve into your inner self.

Our 2 hour workshop includes all necessary art supplies, providing you with the tools to explore diverse materials and techniques. Engage in art therapy to express yourself freely, even if you’ve never tried art before.

Learn tools and techniques to manage stress and overcome challenges. 🎨💫

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What to Expect?

  • Who Shouldn’t Come?

    While the Creative Therapy Circle is designed to support emotional growth, self-discovery, and creative exploration, it might not be the right fit for:

    Those who are looking for clinical therapy or mental health treatment rather than a creative exploration space.

    Anyone seeking strictly structured or traditional therapy sessions without the creativity, flexibility, and mindfulness that are integral to our approach.

    If you’re currently undergoing intensive mental health treatment, we recommend consulting with your therapist or healthcare provider before joining.

    If you require 1-to-1 psychiatric care or are currently in acute crisis, this group setting may not be suitable. Please reach out for referral options or consider a Private Consultation.

  • How Does It Work?

    Each Creative Therapy Circle weaves together hands-on art therapy, gentle mindfulness and curiosity-driven exploration. Whether you sit with us in the Cheltenham studio or log in live from anywhere, you’ll move through neurographic drawing, intuitive collage, sacred-geometry patterning and guided breathwork—practices designed to surface emotion, spark clarity and nurture steady personal growth.

    Pick the format that suits you: in-person circles for tactile, community energy or love sessions you can join from home. Every online class is recorded and uploaded within 2 hours, so you can revisit—or catch up—whenever it fits your schedule. 🌿🎨

  • Ticketing T&Cs:

    Cancellations: Full refunds available if canceled 48 hours before the session.

    Missed Sessions: Can’t make your booked date? Transfer to any other Term 3 session or gift your ticket to a friend—email hello@activekreative.com with 24 hours’ notice.

    Refunds: No refunds for cancellations made within 48 hours of the session.

    Recordings: Online workshop recordings are accessible for a life time after the session.

    We get it, life happens, therefore you can redeem your ticket during the period os 4 month from the date of purchase or gift it to anyone you want. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via hello@activekreative.com.

  • Who is it for?

    Our workshops are perfect for anyone who:

    Wants to explore art therapy as a tool for self-discovery and emotional healing.

    Feels overwhelmed and needs a safe space to unwind.

    Seeks creative ways to manage stress and build emotional resilience.

    Prefers the flexibility of attending online workshops or in-person sessions in Melbourne.
    No prior art experience is needed—just an open mind and a willingness to explore!

  • 🌈 Workshop Highlights

    🌈No Art Experience Required: A safe space for all to create, explore, and connect from the comfort of the studio.
    🌈 Guided Practices: Visualisations, movement activities, and lectures enhance your understanding and deepen the process.
    🌈 Multifaceted Approach: Blend of art making, journaling, somatic awareness, and group dialogue for a holistic experience.
    🌈 Flexible Learning: Optional recordings for a personalised journey.

  • The Power of Art Therapy

    Art therapy is a proven method for healing and self-expression. It helps you:

    ✨ Process Emotions: Access feelings that are hard to articulate verbally.

    ✨ Gain Clarity: Use creative expression to understand your thoughts and emotions.

    ✨ Reduce Stress: Relax and reconnect through the creative process.

    ✨ Build Confidence: Overcome mental blocks and unlock your creative potential.
    ✨ Judgment Release: Free yourself from inner criticisms and explore without constraints.
    ✨ Healing Consciousness: Develop a conscious awareness of sensations for therapeutic healing.

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