ABOUT ME
My name is Marlayna, I am a counsellor, art therapist, and artist. I come from a mixed Afro-Indigenous American background which has informed much of the work I do. In my creative practice, I like to work in communities or in collaboration with other artists. I primarily work with natural materials and explore culturally significant topics. I have a strong interest in working with flowers and nature-based art as it allows for a more financially and environmentally sustainable option for art-making and art therapy!
Along with my therapy work, I do consulting work for schools, families, and businesses where I provide psycho-education on the nervous system, neurodivergence and mental health, and the benefits of art and creativity.
education & Memberships
Master of Art Therapy
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
other Training
Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Training, 2023
Working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Families, 2023
Family & Domestic Violence & Child-Aware Practice, 2023
Engaging Children: Shrinking Problems, 2023
Supporting Children Who Have Experienced Trauma, 2023
Special Playtime: Parent-Child Relationships, 2023
Reducing Suicide Risk in Young Children, 2023
Projects
Past & Current
SWOP research art therapy group, Sydney & online, 2023- current
Student support with Beal High School, London, 2024
Refugee week workshop with Metro Assist, Sydney, 2023
Student support with STARS therapy, Sydney, 2023
QUESTIONS? LET’S CHaT
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