What if the key to healing isn’t fixing yourself but finally accepting yourself 'just as you are'?

Art therapy provides a unique platform for self-expression, which Lesley Andrew believes is essential for both children and adults. She discusses how the pressure of academic standards can stifle creativity, as students often focus more on grades than on genuine expression, which she knows about first-hand as a former teacher. By removing the pressure to perform, art therapy allows individuals to tap into their true selves, creating an environment where they can explore their creativity freely. Lesley emphasises that the process is more important than the final product, encouraging her clients to embrace experimentation and navigate their artistic journeys without fear.

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About the Host:

Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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