Art Therapy Harlow: Specialised Support for Children & Young People

Orange Zebra provides specialist art therapy for children, teenagers, and young adults aged 4–25 in Harlow and the surrounding areas, focusing on mental healt support in Harlow. 

Our HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapists offer a safe, welcoming, and creative space where young people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences through art and other creative approaches. Art therapy can be particularly helpful for children and young people who find it difficult to express their feelings with words alone.

How can art therapy help? 

We support children and young people experiencing a range of emotional, social, and mental health difficulties, including: 

- Anxiety and worries 

- School anxiety and difficulties with school attendance 

- Emotional regulation difficulties 

- Low mood and low self-esteem 

- Confidence difficulties 

- Autism and ADHD 

- Communication difficulties 

- Bereavement and loss 

- Trauma and difficult experiences 

- Difficulties with friendships and relationships 

- Changes and challenges in a young person's life

Every child is different, so our therapy for teenagers and young adults is tailored to the individual rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.

Why choose Orange Zebra in Harlow? 

At Orange Zebra, we specialize in working therapeutically with children, teenagers, and young adults. Our therapists are professionally trained and HCPC registered, with experience supporting young people with a wide range of emotional and psychological needs. 

We understand that asking for help can feel daunting for both young people and their parents. Our aim is to make the process of seeking mental health support in Harlow as comfortable and straightforward as possible.

What happens in art therapy? 

Art therapy isn’t about being good at art. Young people can use drawing, painting, collage, clay, and other creative materials as part of their therapy. The creative process provides another way to communicate and explore experiences that may be difficult to articulate. 

Sessions are guided by the young person's individual needs, interests, and goals, with the therapist providing a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.

Our Harlow therapy location

Our Harlow therapy sessions take place at: 

Latton Bush Centre 

Southern Way 

Harlow 

Essex 

CM18 7BL

The centre provides a welcoming setting for therapy, offering a dedicated space where children and young people can feel comfortable and supported.

Who is art therapy for? 

We work with children from around age 4 through to young adults aged 25. Art therapy may be suitable for a young person who is struggling emotionally, experiencing anxiety, finding school difficult, having difficulties communicating, or simply struggling to make sense of their experiences. 

You don’t need to know exactly what is wrong before getting in touch. If you’re concerned about a child or young person, we are happy to discuss whether art therapy might be an appropriate option.

Meet our therapists

Our team of HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapists has experience working with children and young people across various settings.

Thinking about therapy for your child? 

If you’re considering whether art therapy could help your child or teenager, we offer a free initial consultation. This provides you with the opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask questions, and find out whether art therapy is right for them.