This in-person APCCA Level 1 introduction course is for anyone who wants to develop their creativity, self-awareness, improve their wellbeing and discover how powerful creative arts practice can be. You will develop your understanding of the relevance of creativity to mental health and well-being and of its benefit to the therapeutic process.

Please note the course consists of 3 sessions over one full day in-person.

The course is an ideal first step to training on our Level 2 certificate course.

On this course, participants will:

• Explore the importance of creativity
• Learn about the person-centred approach to creative arts practice
• Engage with experiential learning
• Develop self-awareness
• Develop creativity and confidence
• Develop an understanding of the relevance of creativity to the therapeutic process

Participants will receive a CPD certificate of attendance for 10 hours.

The course contains a combination of experiential work, theory, discussion, and creative arts practice. Materials will be provided on the day but participants will need to have available the following for home study activities:

• Art materials, ideally a set of basic paints, pastels, pencils and paper
• Access to the internet

Read what some past students have said about the course:

"Being among such like-minded people and connected to the person-centred creative art tribe has reconnected me to the magic, flow and wholeness of being on a journey of new imagining and awakening dreams."

"This course helps people reconnect with their creative intelligence in varied and meaningful ways, and they leave with a different understanding of their creativity and its relevance in their lives."

"Such a lovely inspiring course - I thoroughly enjoyed it!"

Course Tutors:

This one day course will be held in Penwortham, Preston and is hosted by Fleur and Charlotte Farish-Edwards (Two Birds Therapy) for APCCA.

Fleur is an experienced counsellor and supervisor of over 10 years. She is also a university lecturer in counselling and psychotherapy.

Charlotte worked as a secondary school English teacher for almost 18 years. She is now undertaking study to become qualified as a counsellor.

Fleur and Charlotte are both Practitioner Members of the Association for Person Centred Creative Arts (APCCA ) and are members of the APCCA Board. As Two Birds Therapy, Fleur and Charlotte hold monthly creative therapeutic workshops at Galloways, Penwortham.

Find out more at hello.twobirdstherapy@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be good at art?

Not at all! The workshop is about the creative process and our aim to help you let go of any self criticism you may have about what you create.

Do I need to buy art materials?

We will provide materials on the day, but you will need to have some art materials for working on the home study tasks. You will need basic materials such as a journal, and paper, pens, paint or an iPad, along with access to the internet.

How large will the group be?

The group will be limited to a maximum of fifteen participants to allow for a supportive learning experience.

Will you provide refreshments?

We will provide tea, coffee and biscuits/fruit. Please bring your own lunch, there is a fridge if needed.

Accessibility

The venue is fully accessible

For further information please visit www.apcca.org.uk

or email us at training@apcca.org.uk