Question 1

Do I need to be good at art?

Accepted Answer

No. Art therapy is not about creating beautiful artwork or having artistic skills. It is about using creative materials to express, explore and reflect. There is no right way to make art in our sessions.

Question 2

Is art therapy covered by Medicare?

Accepted Answer

Art therapy is not eligible for a Medicare rebate under the Better Access initiative. Sessions are self-funded, or may be funded through NDIS (Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living) or some private health extras policies.

Question 3

Can I use NDIS funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are self-managed or plan-managed. Art therapy may be funded under Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living. If your plan is NDIA-managed, please check eligibility with your Local Area Coordinator first.

Question 4

What happens in a first session?

Accepted Answer

The first session is about getting to know each other, what brings you to art therapy, and what you would like to explore. We might do some gentle creative exploration, but there is no pressure and the pace is entirely up to you.

Question 5

Do you work with children, teens and adults?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sessions are offered for children, teenagers and adults, with parent or guardian consent and appropriate family involvement for anyone under 18.

Question 6

Do you offer sessions in Hebrew?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sessions are available in English and Hebrew. Roni is a native Hebrew speaker.

Question 7

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

The studio is at 28 MacGowan Avenue, Glen Huntly, VIC 3163, Australia. It serves clients from Glen Huntly, Caulfield, Elsternwick, Carnegie, Bentleigh, St Kilda East, Glen Eira and surrounding Melbourne areas.

Question 8

Do you interpret my artwork?

Accepted Answer

No. Artworks are not decoded using fixed interpretations. If we talk about an artwork, the conversation is guided by your own experience and meaning.

Question 9

Do you provide art lessons?

Accepted Answer

No. Art therapy is different from an art class. The focus is not on learning artistic techniques or creating a particular result.

Question 10

How much does a session cost?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are $156.16 AUD per hour. A free 15-minute intro call is available to talk through your needs before you book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers

Do I need to be good at art?

Is art therapy covered by Medicare?

Can I use NDIS funding?

What happens in a first session?

Do you work with children, teens and adults?

Do you offer sessions in Hebrew?

Where are you located?

Do you interpret my artwork?

Do you provide art lessons?

How much does a session cost?

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