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Meet Nasima Begum: Qualified Art Therapist/ Art Psychotherapist

Nasima is an Art Psychotherapist as recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a member of the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT). She has a wealth of experience working as an art therapist in various settings within the NHS and private practice and works with challenges such as low mood , behavioural difficulties and trauma. Nasima extends her support to children and those with neurodiversity. Nasima has a specialist interest in supporting deprived and minority communities, embedding her values of inclusion throughout her work. Her mission is to foster a safe space for clients to be able to express themselves through art and creativity, allowing them to heal and grow.

  • An art therapist is a trained mental health professional who uses the creative process of making art to help individuals express emotions, reduce distress, and improve well-being.

  • An art therapist supports clients in using different forms of creative expression such as drawing, painting, or sculpture to explore their feelings and experiences. They use art to explore emotions, build confidence, and support healing when words are hard to find.

  • Nasima offers art therapy in South Shields and across the North East, with options for both in-person and online sessions. You can contact The Harton Practice to book an appointment or learn more about her approach.

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