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<p>Hello</p>
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<p>I am Amanda Woodford (AThR), Creative Arts Therapist, artist, researcher and practice supervisor from Holding Space Therapeutic Arts Studio. My art-studio style space is located in Dunedin, New Zealand. From my studio I offer: arts therapy sessions, facilitation of community arts groups and projects, an arts-based approach to research and arts-based practice supervision. </p>
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<p>An arts-based approach is an alternative way to inquire into material – rather than just words alone. You may notice a little line under the 's' in my logo. This line emphasises the arts plural within my approach. I welcome and use all creative art modalities, their materials and tools, within an inquiry process. Creative modalities might include the visual, textile and literary arts, movement and dance, voice and music. I embrace a sense of play, fun or serious, and use of little figures or puppets, for children and adults alike. It is not about using all of these but knowing that they are there as another way to communicate, to help us make sense of things. As the saying goes, one size does not fit all and neither does ever creative material – it is good to have choice. </p>
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<p>I work with people of all ages, from carers with bubs through to elders. </p>
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<p>I also have the option to work remotely (via the internet) for those who are unable to travel to me. There is also the possibility to look at alternative venues and the likes of 'out and about' creative programs. As a registered Creative Arts Therapist, I am able to offer counselling services through the <a href="http://workandincome.govt.nz/">WINZ Disability Allowance</a>. </p>
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<p>Please have a look around and don't hesitate to<a href="http://www.holdingspacestudio.co.nz/testing/testing/?page_id=68"> contact me</a> with any questions or feedback.<br><br>Warmly<br>Amanda Woodford (AThR)<br>Creative Arts Therapist</p>
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