Graham Music

When Words Are Not Enough

Child Art Psychotherapy (CAP) is rooted in psychodynamic principles, in particular the recognition of unconscious mental processes and their impact on thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. It was developed by Vera Vasarhelyi and is founded on the idea that image creation is closely linked to the unconscious mind. This approach integrates various psychotherapeutic traditions, including Psychoanalytic/Object Relations, Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy, as well as Jungian Analytic Psychology.In this method, children and adolescents who struggle to express their feelings verbally are supported to create images in the presence of a trained Child Art Psychotherapist. This artwork serves as a communication tool, which enables the young person to gain insight, create meaning and develop understanding in a safe therapeutic space. This method has been shown to be effective in providing a pathway for children and adolescents to articulate their difficulty and distress.

The Association of Child Art Psychotherapists

Graham Music, in collaboration with practising Child Art Psychotherapists, explores the theme,  'When Words Are Not Enough'.

Teachers Club

Welcome to the event When Words Are Not Enough happening at Teachers Club on November 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM (GMT). Join us with Graham Music for a day filled with thought-provoking presentations and discussions.

Agenda

Opening Address and Welcome

Graham Music- Play, creativity and symbolism

Light Lunch

 Child Art Psychotherapists Dr. Antonia O' Keefe from CAMHS, Oisín Dunne from Tusla and Jayne Breslin  from an educational setting will share clinical insights on the theme, 'When Words are Not Enough'. Gerry Pollard, also a trained Child Art Psychotherapist, will further enrich the discussion with his presentation on 'Dream Physics'.                                    

Child Art Psychotherapy Presentations

Discussion

Reflections

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