Workshops/Group Programs

Professional Development & Workshops

Creative, experiential training for practitioners, schools and organisations.

About My Workshops

I offer professional development that blends creative processes, trauma‑informed practice and over two decades of clinical experience. Workshops are practical, reflective and grounded in real‑world therapeutic work. My workshops draw on the same principles that guide my therapeutic work — creativity, embodiment, trauma‑informed practice and soulful reflection.

Sessions are suitable for:

therapists and counsellors
school wellbeing teams
community and youth workers
organisations seeking staff wellbeing or reflective practice

Each workshop is designed to be engaging, accessible and immediately useful in practice.

Approach and Focus Areas

My workshops draw on:

art therapy and creative interventions
trauma‑informed practice
Compassionate Inquiry (Gabor Maté)
Clay Field Therapy
Sandplay and symbolic processes
reflective and experiential learning
strengths‑based and relational approaches

Participants are invited to explore ideas through both discussion and hands‑on creative processes.

Examples of Workshop Themes

Workshops can be tailored to your team or chosen from established themes such as:

Creative approaches for working with children and young people
Trauma‑informed creative interventions
Clay and sensory‑based practices for regulation
Sandplay and symbolic work in therapeutic settings
Supporting emotional regulation through art‑based methods
Creative wellbeing sessions for staff teams
Reflective practice for school wellbeing staff
Working with trauma using Compassionate Inquiry principles

These can be delivered as half‑day, full‑day or multi‑session programs.

For Organisations and Teams

I provide:

customise PD
team training
reflective practice sessions
creative wellbeing workshops
consultation for program development

Training can be delivered onsite or online depending on your needs.

Upcoming Workshops

New workshops are being developed for 2026. You’re welcome to join the waitlist or enquire about tailored training for your organisation.

If You’d Like to Arrange PD or a Workshop

I’m happy to discuss your team’s needs, preferred format and learning goals.

Current Workshops & Group Programs

Supervision Through Art: support for creative practitioners

Join experienced art therapist and ANZACATA-registered supervisor Monica Finch for monthly supervision sessions designed for art therapists and those integrating art therapy into their work.

These reflective, supportive sessions offer space to explore challenges, gain fresh insights, use art therapy processes and connect with a like-minded community. Deepen your practice, receive constructive feedback, and nurture your creativity self in a safe, growth-focused environment.

Monica brings warmth, insight, and over 20 years of experience in art therapy, counselling, mindfulness, and professional development to help you thrive in your work.

Monthly Sessions run at 6pm on following dates:
2026 dates to be confirmed

Cost per session: $80 plus GST | Duration: 120 minutes | Max group size: 8 participants

Delivery method: In-person (10 Howitt Street, Ballarat North)

Commitment: This is an open group, you can book in for any or all sessions.

The Mandala Path: a journey of self-discovery through sacred circles

Mandalas have been used for centuries as a tool for mindfulness, creative expression, and self-awareness. A mandala is a circular shape, that symbolizes wholeness and the interconnectedness of all things.

The Mandala Path is a space to slow down, connect with the present moment, and explore your inner world through art therapy.

Each monthly session begins with a brief mindfulness practice to center your awareness, followed by the creation of mandalas. This process provides a meaningful way to connect with your inner world, giving space for new discoveries and creativity to emerge.

Monthly Sessions run at 6pm on following dates:

2026 dates to be confirmed

Cost per session: $50 plus GST | Duration: 90 minutes | Max group size: 8 participants

Delivery method: In-person (10 Howitt Street, Ballarat North)

Commitment: This is an open group, you can book in for any or all sessions.

The Inner Well: a monthly art and meditation group

Tap into your stream of inner wellness and knowing with The Inner Well, a monthly meditation and transpersonal art therapy group designed to nourish your mind, body, and creativity. Through guided meditation and expressive art processes, you'll explore a deeper connection to yourself, release stress, and awaken new insights—all in a supportive, judgment-free space.

No art experience is needed—just an open heart and a willingness to explore. Join us and reconnect with your inner well of wisdom and creativity.

Monthly Sessions run at 6pm on following dates:

2026 dates to be confirmed

Cost per session: $50 plus GST | Duration: 90 minutes | Max group size: 8 participants

Delivery method: In-person (10 Howitt Street, Ballarat North)

Commitment: This is an open group, you can book in for any or all sessions.