How can I access Art Therapy? • Talk with your named nurse or MDT and a referral will be made to

the Art therapy team. Art Therapy • A member of the Art therapy team will then make arrangements to

meet with you and answer any further questions you may have. You do not have to make a commitment at this stage. Rampton Hospital, Forensic Services

Art Therapy Department Rampton Hospital

Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 0PN

Tel: 01777 248321

www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk

Jan 2007

What is Art Therapy? • Art Therapy offers a chance to experiment with art materials

in a creative and spontaneous way. The artwork can then be used as a way of making sense of what is happening in your life.

• The therapist will not teach art but will support you in using materials in your own way and at your own pace.

• It can be a long term or time limited treatment.

Who provides Art Therapy?

• The Arts Therapy Department at Rampton offers Art and Music therapy to patients across the hospital.

• Art therapy is exclusively provided by qualified Art therapists. All Art therapists employed in the NHS are state registered (Health Professions Council) and are also members of BAAT (British Association of Art Therapists).

How might Art Therapy help me? • Art therapy offers you the chance to think about and make

changes in your life and relationships. • It gives you the opportunity to recognise and share difficult

feelings in a safe space. What will be expected of me?

• In order for you to feel at ease with the process and for gradual development to occur it is usual practice to meet with your therapist on a weekly basis.

• Together we will consider whether group or individual work would be more suitable.

• You will be offered some initial sessions so you can decide whether Art therapy is helpful and if you wish to continue.