Join us for a creative journey!
In this workshop, we will explore emotions through artmaking and learning CBT informed worry-management tools! You don’t need prior art experience – we’d love to see you there! Get your tickets here!
Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is an evidence based talking therapy for anxiety that explores the linkage between our thoughts, feelings, and actions. Art Psychotherapy helps us to process our emotions and experience through using art, while managing our verbal defences. This workshop blends both CBT and Art Psychotherapy into a journey of self-discovery that’s both structured and spontaneous!
The workshop is not a therapy session, but a space for exploration, reflection, and learning different therapeutic tools to manage your worries.
What previous participants enjoyed/found helpful about the workshop:
· Helps find a way to describe how anxiety feel
· Depth in worry management tool
· Time for insight
· Professional knowledge and guide
· Warmth and friendly support
· Fluent programme running
· Neat summary and structure
Who is this workshop for:
Over 18’s. Anyone who is interested in learning more about themselves or discovering tools to manage anxiety. No prior experience in the arts is needed — just bring your curiosity. We’d love to see you there!
What should you bring:
Just yourself. We will provide art supplies and hot drinks! You are also welcome to bring your own art supplies if you prefer.
Facilitators’ background:
The workshop is designed and led by Sandy Chan (Trainee CBT therapist) and Sarah McMahon (Registered Art Psychotherapist).
Sandy Chan is a trainee CBT therapist currently completing her Master’s in Psychological Therapies. She works with young people experiencing anxiety and depression, and is passionate about blending creativity with psychology. Through her illustrations and workshops, she explores how art can support emotional wellbeing.
Sarah McMahon is a registered Art Psychotherapist. She works with adults with a variety of mental health difficulties in her private practice at the Creative Arts Therapies Space in Edinburgh. Sarah enjoys supporting people to express themselves and gain deeper self-understanding through art-making.
Event details
Date: 16th May 2026 (Saturday), 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Doors will open at 2:45 p.m.
Venue: Creative Arts Therapy Space, 43-45 Easter Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5PL
Booking: Express and De-stress Tickets, Saturday 16 May • 15 - 18 | Eventbrite