Welcome to Intention Art Art has the power to inform, inspire, heal and transform.  Amanda Hansen has witnessed this power in a variety of health contexts over the last seven years in her vocation as an art therapist.  Art offers a gentle and natural way to release and transform feelings and emotions.  Through reflection and learning to dialogue with artwork, it is possible to confront and creatively address difficult issues. Amanda has facilitated this process in children, adolescents and adults in their various life transitions. People participate in art therapy for a variety of reasons:

anxiety chronic illness depression grief & loss lifestyle changes personal development professional development rehabilitation (e.g acquired brain injury) relaxation and stress relief self esteem team building trauma Working with Amanda, clients frequently gain insight and clarity about their individual needs and abilities, and awareness relevant to their health and well-being. Intention Art provides a range of individual and group art therapy session to address your individual circumstances. All the material you may choose to work with includes pencils, pastels, paints, clay, found objects and collage etc. are provided. Our art therapy studio is located by the Yarra River in Kew, just to the east of Melbourne.  Filled with natural light and colour, the studio provides a warm and stimulating environment for you to express yourself in a supportive and non-threatening environment.