Gestalt Art Therapy Centre: FREE EVENT

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Apr 20, 2025

2025 Celebration- Gestalt Art Therapy Centre is turning 15th!

ATTENTION!

New date!

We are thrilled to invite you to a special celebration marking 15 incredible years of the Gestalt Art Therapy Centre!

Join us as we honour this milestone and the vibrant community that has made it all possible.

📅 Date: Sunday, July 13th, 2025

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – Approx. 1:00 PM

📍 Location: Gestalt Art Therapy Centre, Brisbane

This event is a chance to:

✨ Meet our team and get to know our inspiring community

🎨 Play with a variety of engaging art activities

🗨️ Chat with us about our journey and the future of Gestalt Art Therapy

Whether you're a long-time supporter or new to Gestalt Art Therapy, this is a perfect opportunity to connect, create, and celebrate together.

Admission is free, and all are welcome!

RSVP is compulsory to help us plan for the day Register here

We can’t wait to see you there!

Let’s make this celebration as colourful and creative as the past 15 years have been! ✨

Please note:

Covid Requirements

Following the Australian Government Health Department's indications and to offer a safe space for all participants:

Every participant before being admitted to each Face-to-face session/ workshop and Event:

• Before each Event/workshop/ session temperature measures will be taken. If the participant has symptoms like fever (37°C or more), coughing, sore throat, or shortness of breath, unfortunately, he/she will not be admitted to the event

Important information from Government:

Testing positive for COVID-19 and close contact and Flu symptoms

Any person who tests positive for COVID-19 or is close contact with, or has Flu symptoms, will not be admitted to the Event.

More information:

Gestaltarttherapycentre@gmail.com

If the event does not meet the minimum number of participants the organisers can decide to cancel the event.

By participating in our events, you agree to these conditions.

The event is only for adults.

Jan 19, 2025

2025 Free event- New year's resolution- Animal Totem

2025 Free event- New year's resolution- Animal Totem

Rituals play an important role in human life for various reasons, including psychological, social, and cultural aspects.

New Year's resolution- Animal Totem

Rituals play an important role in human life for various reasons, including psychological, social, and cultural aspects. Here are some reasons why rituals, include New Year's resolution rituals and Gestalt art therapy activities.

►Psychological Benefits

Sense of Purpose: Rituals often provide individuals with a sense of purpose and direction. New Year's resolutions, for example, help people set goals and aspirations for the upcoming year, giving them a roadmap for personal development.
Emotional Release: Rituals can serve as a means of emotional expression and release. Gestalt art therapy activities, in particular, allow individuals to channel their emotions into creative outlets, promoting emotional well-being.

►Cultural and Social Connection

Community Building: Many rituals are communal and foster a sense of belonging. New Year's celebrations, for instance, are often shared with friends and family, strengthening social bonds.
Cultural Identity: Rituals often reflect and reinforce cultural identity. They can be a way for individuals to connect with their cultural heritage and traditions.

►Behavioral Change and Personal Growth

Goal Setting: New Year's resolutions are a form of goal-setting, encouraging individuals to reflect on their lives and set intentions for self-improvement. This process can lead to positive behavioral changes and personal growth.
Self-Reflection: Gestalt art therapy encourages self-reflection through creative expression. Engaging in artistic activities can help individuals gain insights into their thoughts and emotions, facilitating personal growth.

►Routine and Stability

Predictability: Rituals provide a sense of predictability and stability in an otherwise unpredictable world. They create a rhythm to life and can be comforting in times of change or uncertainty.

►Mindfulness and Presence

Mindful Engagement: Both New Year's resolution rituals and Gestalt art therapy activities can promote mindfulness. New Year's resolutions encourage individuals to be present and intentional in their actions, while art therapy emphasizes the importance of being fully engaged in the creative process.

►Symbolism and Meaning

Symbolic Significance: Rituals often involve symbolic actions or objects that carry meaning. For example, the act of making resolutions symbolizes a commitment to personal growth, while the creation of art in Gestalt therapy can symbolize various aspects of an individual's experiences.

In various spiritual and therapeutic practices, animal totems are often used symbolically to represent different qualities, strengths, or aspects of one's personality. When integrating animal totems into activities like meditation and drawing for personal growth within the context of Gestalt art therapy, you can explore archetypes associated with specific animals.

During the event, participant will be guided to connect with their Animal Totem through Meditation and Drawing, for Personal Growth.

An animal totem, also known as a spirit animal or power animal, is a symbolic representation of an animal that is believed to have a special connection with an individual or a group of people. Many cultures around the world, including Native American, Celtic, and various indigenous traditions, incorporate the concept of animal totems into their spiritual beliefs.

The idea is that each person has a particular animal that serves as a guide or protector, offering insights into one's personality, strengths, and challenges. This belief suggests that individuals can learn valuable lessons from the characteristics and behaviors associated with their animal totem.

People may identify their animal totem through various means, such as dreams, meditation, or simply feeling a strong affinity toward a particular animal. The choice of the totem is often based on personal experiences, intuition, or a sense of connection with a specific animal.

It's important to note that the concept of animal totems is rooted in cultural and spiritual beliefs, and interpretations can vary widely among different traditions and individuals. Some people find inspiration and guidance through exploring the symbolism of animal totems, while others may view it as a metaphorical or psychological tool for self-reflection.

Day: January 19th, 2025

Time: 9 am to 11 am Brisbane- Australia (Eastern Time) Info international time zones

Cost: Free

Please Register here, places are limited!

Materials Needed:

Paper

Drawing tools (pencils, markers, crayons, etc.)

Quiet space for meditation

And access to the Zoom link

►This event will be recorded, and the content will be available to registrants. By participating in this event, you acknowledge and accept these conditions.

Dec 26, 2023

2024 Free event- New Year's resolution- Animal Totem

Please read below all the information related to this event.

Register your participation

Event Day: January 20th, 2024

Time: 5pm to 7pm (Eastern Time) info international time zones

►Psychological Benefits

Sense of Purpose: Rituals often provide individuals with a sense of purpose and direction. New Year's resolutions, for example, help people set goals and aspirations for the upcoming year, giving them a roadmap for personal development.
Emotional Release: Rituals can serve as a means of emotional expression and release. Gestalt art therapy activities, in particular, allow individuals to channel their emotions into creative outlets, promoting emotional well-being.

►Cultural and Social Connection

Community Building: Many rituals are communal and foster a sense of belonging. New Year's celebrations, for instance, are often shared with friends and family, strengthening social bonds.
Cultural Identity: Rituals often reflect and reinforce cultural identity. They can be a way for individuals to connect with their cultural heritage and traditions.

►Behavioral Change and Personal Growth

Goal Setting: New Year's resolutions are a form of goal-setting, encouraging individuals to reflect on their lives and set intentions for self-improvement. This process can lead to positive behavioral changes and personal growth.
Self-Reflection: Gestalt art therapy encourages self-reflection through creative expression. Engaging in artistic activities can help individuals gain insights into their thoughts and emotions, facilitating personal growth.

►Routine and Stability

Predictability: Rituals provide a sense of predictability and stability in an otherwise unpredictable world. They create a rhythm to life and can be comforting in times of change or uncertainty.

►Mindfulness and Presence

Mindful Engagement: Both New Year's resolution rituals and Gestalt art therapy activities can promote mindfulness. New Year's resolutions encourage individuals to be present and intentional in their actions, while art therapy emphasizes the importance of being fully engaged in the creative process.

►Symbolism and Meaning

Symbolic Significance: Rituals often involve symbolic actions or objects that carry meaning. For example, the act of making resolutions symbolizes a commitment to personal growth, while the creation of art in Gestalt therapy can symbolize various aspects of an individual's experiences.

During the event, the participant will be guided to connect with their Animal Totem through Meditation and Drawing, for Personal Growth.

Day: January 20th, 2024

Time: 5pm to 7pm (Eastern Time) info international time zones

Materials Needed:

Paper
Drawing tools (pencils, markers, crayons, etc.)
Quiet space for meditation

And access to the Zoom link (Video/Audio)

We are looking forward to meeting you soon.

Kind Regards

Gemma & Yaro

Directors of the Gestalt Art Therapy Centre Australia

www.arttherapygestalt.com

Apr 8, 2020

2020 Free Online Art Therapy Session due COVID19 situation

One Free Online Art Therapy Session

Gestalt Art Therapy Centre is offering you one ONLINE Free Art Therapy session

due to this uncertain time in our community and country related to the COVID-19

and the upcoming emotions of sadness, fear, and anxiety

Yaro Starak

He graduated in Psychology from the University of Manitoba and in Social Work from the University of British Columbia, Canada. He continued his doctoral studies at the University of Toronto, specializing in group psychotherapy and Adult Education. He trained in Gestalt Therapy with Jorge Rosner at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto and after graduation, he was a faculty member for four years. He worked as a professor at the University of Queensland, Australia and is the founder of the Gestalt Center in Brisbane and Terrigal near Sydney in this country. Yaro conducts gestalt training workshops in Spain, Mexico, Denmark, Germany, and Canada. He also gives workshops for groups of men using indigenous rituals. Yaro is Gestalt Art Therapist CAT®. Co-Director of the Gestalt ART Therapy center (Australia). Co-Director of the Arteterapia Gestalt (Gestalt Art Therapy training in the Spanish language)
Yaro has an interesting range of Books related to the Gestalt works, Couples & Groups work.

Gemma Garcia

Gestalt Art Therapist CAT® Gestalt Art Therapy. Gestalt Therapist Master diploma from the Gestalt Institute Valencia (Spain). Art Therapist using the Gestalt approach CAT. Master in Ericksonian Psychology at the University of Valencia (Spain). Communications Operator at the Provincial Emergency Coordination center and Fire Consortium (Castellon, Spain) Naval radiotelephone operator. Group work and individual psychological intervention in crisis and emotional impact on collective emergencies with firefighters, policemen, paramedics using Gestalt art therapy techniques. Aurasoma Therapist Level 2. Dip. of Visual Arts. Curator. Coordinator-Art Group exhibitions. Co-Director of the Gestalt ArtbTherapy center (Australia). Co-Director of the Arteterapia Gestalt (Gestalt Art Therapy training in the Spanish language)