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The Heart of Creativity

Exploring healing, play, and emotional expression through creativity

Welcome to The Heart of Creativity – a space where therapeutic insights, playful reflections, and creative inspiration come together. Here, I share gentle thoughts from inside the therapy room, offering a window into the emotional worlds of children, young people, and those who care for them. Whether you’re a parent, professional, or simply curious about the healing power of creative expression, this blog invites you to pause, reflect, and connect.

Creative Arts in Schools: The Hidden Power of Therapy in Educational Settings

Schools are places of learning. But not just for reading, writing, and arithmetic. They’re also key environments where children develop emotionally and socially. With growing awareness of the importance of mental health in education, creative arts therapy is emerging as a powerful, often underestimated support for pupils navigating life’s challenges.

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Creative Ways to Support Teens with Low Mood

Low mood in teenagers is more common than we often realise and yet, it can feel difficult to know how to help. Whether it's related to school stress, friendships, itentity struggles, or simply intensity of growing up, may teens experience periods of withdrawal, irritability, or emotional numbness.

Back to School: Managing Stress and Separation Anxiety in Children

The start of a new school year can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety for children and families alike. For some kids, the return to routine, structure, and friends is something to look forward to. For others, especially younger children or those with a history of anxiety, the transition can be overwhelming.

Inside the Play Therapy Toolkit: How Creative Tools Support Emotional Healing

Play therapy offers a powerful way for children and young people to express themselves, work through difficult feelings, and build emotional resilience. At Rubix Therapy, we use a wide range of creative tools in our sessions.