My journey

Say hello to art therapy with Anna.

Born in the outskirts of Melbourne, Australia I spent 15 years abroad where I worked in various creative industries as I found my feet in life. This would be the starting point for my ongoing curiosity around creativity, identity, self-expression and the healing power of the arts. My developing awareness led me to return to Melbourne to complete a Masters in Expressive Arts Therapies. These qualifications extended my learning so I could more deeply support others' creative expression, leading to greatly improved wellbeing. Professionally, I have worked in a variety of contexts which have afforded me a rich diversity of clients with relational, psychological, emotional and developmental needs. 

The ongoing practice of art-making, thinking creatively and philosophically is central to my life which continues to inform and inspire me in my work, while the experience of being with others animates and gives life to my writing habit. 

Experience

Ikon Institute of Australia, Lecturer
Teaching a range of subjects covering the philosophical foundations of art psychotherapy as well as many other aspects of practice.
Feb 2021 - Current

headspace Australia, Group Facilitator
Running groups focusing on creative and interpersonal skill development.
Feb 2019 - June 2020

headspace Australia, Intern
Over 175hrs completed including groups, individual sessions and caregiver/young person work.
Feb 2018 - Nov 2018

MerriHealth, Intern
Over 100hrs completed including focused groups, open art studio and individual sessions.
Feb 2017 - July 2017

Private Practice
Private individual sessions, via Anna Worthington Art Therapy.
Jan 2016 - ongoing

Education

Masters Expressive Arts Therapies
MIECAT Institute
2016 - 2018

Adv. Dip Transpersonal Art Therapy
IKON Institute
2015