The Institute for Arts in Therapy & Education

09/05/2026

THERAPEUTIC RESOURCES: HELPING TEENAGERS TO TALK ABOUT THEIR LIVES CARDS

Many teenagers struggle to talk openly about what they are going through- strong emotions, social pressures and developing identities can make it difficult for young people to find the words to describe their experiences.

Our Helping Teenagers Talk About Their Lives cards provide thoughtful prompts to help start meaningful conversations. These practical resource cards help teenagers explore:

• feelings and identity
• friendships and family relationships
• worries, pressures and hopes for the future
• the experiences shaping their lives

Used by teachers, counsellors, therapists, youth workers and parents, the cards offer a simple but powerful way to help teenagers open up and feel understood.

Find out more and get your cards and other therapeutic resources here...
https://artspsychotherapy.org/resources/

07/05/2026

LAST CALL FOR IATE TASTER DAY: 9th MAY, 9.30-5.30!

Are you thinking of a career in counselling or therapy? IATE Taster Days introduce you to the clinical techniques, theory and practice covered on our training programmes, illustrated by case studies, followed by hands-on workshops, a Q&A session and group interviews.

These sessions are designed to help you :
🌱 Experience the training environment
🌱 Understand the demands of therapeutic work
🌱 Decide whether this path is right for you

Find out more here https://ow.ly/qL7c50Yc01M

06/05/2026

20TH MAY- FREE ONLINE INFORMATION BRIEFING: ALL WELCOME

Thinking about a career in counselling, psychotherapy or the therapeutic arts, but not sure where to begin? Our free online monthly information briefings are the perfect place to start.

Join us to:

🌱 Learn about our training pathways
🌱 Meet experienced tutors
🌱 Ask questions about applications and careers

To explore whether therapeutic training is right for you book your free place- https://artspsychotherapy.org/

05/05/2026

STARTING SEPT 2026: MA IN INTEGRATIVE CHILD PSYCHOTHERAPY

As outcome studies have shown, it is the relationship that heals. Students on our MA in Integrative Child Psychotherapy experience a whole host of ways to engage vulnerable and/or traumatised children and young people in truly meaningful dialogue for profound personal change. The course also prides itself in offering students the most up-to-date knowledge in the neuroscience and psychology of child mental health.

Find out more here https://artspsychotherapy.org/courses/ma-integrative-child-psychotherapy/ do feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

Thinking of a professional career in psychotherapy or counselling? The Institute of Arts in Therapy and Education is a leading provider for validated courses in Arts Psychotherapy (HCPC/UKCP) and Child Counselling/Child Psychotherapy (UKCP). If you train at IATE, you can be assured that you have cho...

03/05/2026

STARTING JUNE 2026: CERTIFICATE IN ART THERAPY SKILLS- designed for professionals who want to:

✔ understand creative therapeutic processes
✔ develop relational and expressive skills
✔ support emotional communication
✔ enhance work with children and young people
✔ integrate arts-based understanding into practice

You do not need to be an artist. You need curiosity about how creativity can support wellbeing and emotional expression.

This online, flexible training provides foundational knowledge and practical insight that can enrich roles in education, social care, youth work and therapeutic settings.

Our next cohort starts June 2026, find out more and apply: https://artspsychotherapy.org/courses/certificate-in-art-therapy-skills-for-work-with-children-and-young-people/

01/05/2026

Children and teenagers don’t always have the words to explain how they feel.

STARTING JUNE 2026: CERTIFICATE IN CHILD AND ADOLESCENT COUNSELLING SKILLS is an introductory level training providing practical tools to help you understand and respond to young people’s emotional needs with confidence and compassion.

Grounded in psychology, attachment theory and trauma-informed practice, this online training equips you with skills you can apply immediately in schools, youth services and therapeutic settings and is a great stepping stone to professional training.

Interested in finding out more? Our next cohort starts June 2025, more details here... https://artspsychotherapy.org/courses/online-training-certificate-in-child-and-adolescent-counselling-skills-online/

30/04/2026

What happens when a child feels overwhelmed?

This short animation from Beacon House Therapeutic Services and Trauma Team explains the Window of Tolerance- the space where we feel calm, safe and able to learn. When children move outside this window, they may become anxious, reactive or withdrawn, making it harder to think clearly or engage with others.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wcm-1FBrDvU

At the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education, we use creative and relational approaches to help children and young people build emotional regulation and feel safe enough to learn and connect. Understanding regulation helps us respond with curiosity, compassion and skill.

1.9K likes, 51 comments. "The Window of Tolerance Animation by Beacon House"

29/04/2026

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAY! This year, International Dance Day invites us to reflect on the power of movement to connect us, especially in times of uncertainty.

In her 2026 message, renowned choreographer Crystal Pite reminds us that creativity can be a source of hope and humanity, describing how through artistic expression we build “small acts of courage, curiosity, kindness and collaboration.”

At the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education, we see this every day.
Dance and the creative arts provide a language beyond words- helping children, young people and adults express emotions, build connection and make sense of their experiences.

Whether in therapy, education or community settings, movement can support wellbeing, belonging and emotional growth.

Today, we celebrate the artists, therapists, educators and students who use creativity to support healing and learning, and recognise the vital role of the arts in nurturing healthy, connected communities.

Find out more about our work- https://artspsychotherapy.org/

28/04/2026

Understanding behaviour begins with understanding the brain.

This powerful animation from the UK Trauma Council explains how the brain adapts to adversity. When children experience stress, neglect or trauma, their brains may become highly alert to danger, less responsive to reward, or more focused on negative memories- adaptations that can help them cope in the short term but may increase vulnerability to later emotional or behavioural difficulties.

Importantly, these responses are not signs of damage or failure- they are signs of adaptation.

At the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education, this understanding sits at the heart of our work. Through creative and relational approaches- including art therapy, therapeutic education and trauma-informed practice, we support children, young people and adults to feel safe, express emotions and rebuild trust in relationships.

The science reminds us that the brain is shaped by experience, and that supportive, attuned relationships can help create new pathways for learning, regulation and wellbeing.

https://ow.ly/wuwk50YQQPo

A short video explaining what scientists have learned from studying the brain about the impact of abuse and neglect.

27/04/2026

On Saturday 23 May, join us for an inspiring afternoon at the annual MA Integrative Arts Psychotherapy Summer Arts Exhibition where our MA students showcase their reflective artwork, alongside poetry readings, live music and movement performances.

Join us in celebrating the creativity and therapeutic insight of our students.

Book now: https://bit.ly/4sRfFlz

📅 Saturday 23 May
🕒12pm-4pm
📍1 Dane’s Yard, Stratford, London, E15 2QL
🎟️ FREE

26/04/2026

STARTING SEPT 2026: OUR DIPLOMA IN CHILD COUNSELLING provides a structured pathway towards eligibility for professional registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Develop specialist therapeutic skills, build professional confidence and open doors to new career opportunities working with children and families.

Start your journey towards professional practice today. Find out more here- https://artspsychotherapy.org/courses/diploma-in-child-counselling/