The use of art-making and creative expression in group programs can result in participants experiencing many benefits known to enhance well-being. (Postiloff Fisher, 1995)
Benefits include:
  • opportunity for creative expression and exploration
  • try out new skills
  • sharing and peer collaboration
  • being with others who have similar experiences
  • social engagement - developing relationships
  • being part of something outside of self
  • can reduce the sense of overwhelm or fear, or disbelief in an individual’s world
  • re-connection with others, previously lacking or lost.
  • potential of engaging isolated people who typically ‘don’t join in’
  • opportunity for people to be part of the experience through 'passive participation'
  • learning through a supportive, positive platform
  • sense of being heard/seen by another and conversely hearing/seeing others.  ‘Sharing of my story’. The experience of being witnessed by a group can be a powerful boost to the sense of self

Drawing on my experiences coordinating, designing, and facilitating  Tertiary TEQSA-registered programs, special interest group activities, and community programs, I deliver evidence-based, person-centred programs designed to meet the needs of the participating groups.

My therapeutic groups don't always involve 'painting and drawing'. The focus is on themes and desired outcomes, so programs are designed around these needs..

If you or your organisation is considering a group-work program
Email Sandra at: [email protected] or click here to make an appointment.
​so we can arrange to discuss your needs further.
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My group work programs have been offered in these areas: 
  • anxiety
  • art exploration
  • carer connection
  • creativity in aged care
  • coming together in community
  • confidence and self-esteem
  • cancer survivorship
  • dementia 
  • disability
  • dress for success
  • finding purpose
  • grief & loss
  • homelessness
  • living with Autism
  • neurodiverse communities
  • reconnection after covid-19.
  • team building
  • transition through life cycles
  • terminal diagnosis
  • women's health 
© Sandra Buchanan — 2022 ​
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