For the things you feel but can’t always say

No. This work is not about artistic skill or producing something that looks “good.” It’s about expression, exploration, and process. The focus is on what the act of creating reveals and shifts internally, not the final product. Many people who claim they “can’t draw” actually benefit the most, because they’re less focused on performance and more open to discovery.

The first session is an opportunity to get a sense of what brings you here and what you might be looking for. It is conversational and relaxed, with no pressure to share more than you are comfortable with. We may also begin gently exploring the process, depending on your readiness.

Many medical aids do cover psychotherapy through the Arts Therapies HPCSA registration, depending on the medical aid and your level of cover. Hospital plans and medical insurance do not cover private therapy. Please consult your medical aid to see if your level of cover allows for therapy. There may be instances when the medical aid requires a referral from a GP or other professional, and sometimes we may have to apply for Prescribed Minimum Benefit (PMB) facilities to cover the expenses.

Payment is required to be made by the patient on the day of treatment, and we will provide invoices with the necessary codes required by medical aid for you to claim direct.

Not at all. You don’t need any musical training or ability. Sound and music here are used as tools for expression and experience—this can be as simple as listening, using your voice, rhythm, or basic instruments provided. The aim is to use sound as a way of accessing and expressing what isn’t always easy to put into words—shifting emotional states, releasing tension, and creating new patterns of awareness. It’s less about “making music” and more about noticing what happens in your body and mind as you engage with sound, and allowing that process to support insight, regulation, and change.

Your child will be met in a calm, non-pressured environment where there are no expectations placed on them to perform, talk, or “get it right.” The pace is guided by your child, not by a fixed agenda.

I work in a way that is approachable and non-intimidating. This means avoiding technical or clinical language, and instead communicating in a simple, relatable way that your child can feel comfortable with. I will often physically position myself at your child’s level—sitting on the floor or alongside them—so that the space feels safe, equal, and informal rather than clinical.

There is no demand for your child to engage in any particular activity. Often, I may begin by quietly interacting with simple instruments or objects—such as adjusting a guitar tuner or tapping on a drum—creating a relaxed, shared space. When appropriate, I might gently invite your child into the moment with something as simple as noticing a sound or difference, but always without pressure or expectation.

If your child has been referred for support, this is approached with sensitivity and respect. There is no judgment, labeling, or shaming. The focus is on helping your child feel safe, seen, and able to engage at their own pace.

Over time, this approach allows trust to build naturally, creating the conditions for meaningful expression, regulation, and growth.

In most cases, no. While a single session can provide relief, clarity, or a shift in perspective, meaningful and lasting change usually takes time. Patterns that have developed over months or years are unlikely to resolve in one conversation.

The aim is not a quick “fix,” but a process of understanding, integration, and sustainable change. Some people notice important shifts early on, but these are typically the beginning of a deeper process rather than the end of it.

We work at a pace that is realistic and respectful of what you’re dealing with, reviewing progress along the way. The focus is on creating changes that hold, rather than offering short-term relief that doesn’t last.

You do not need to see yourself as “creative” for this approach to be useful. The arts are not used for performance or artistic outcome, but as tools to support expression, awareness, and insight—especially where words may feel limited or insufficient. [br]

At the same time, sessions are not limited to arts-based work. Psychotherapy forms a core part of the process, and we move flexibly between conversation and experiential methods depending on what is most helpful for you. For some, this may remain largely conversational; for others, incorporating creative elements can deepen the work.

If you are open to exploring your experience in a way that is not purely intellectual or verbal, this approach can be particularly effective. You do not need to be certain—it is something we can explore together, at your pace, and adjust as needed.