Chrissie's Creative Therapies – Compassionate, Creative, and Client-Led Chrissie's Creative Therapies offers a unique blend of therapeutic arts practice and disability support, focused on empowering individuals to express themselves, build life skills, and live with confidence. Led by Chrissie — a qualified Therapeutic Arts Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the community services sector; her support is holistic, trauma-informed, and person-centred.
We collaborate closely with each participant to explore their goals, challenges, and strengths through creative expression, psychosocial support, and practical skill-building. Services Include: Arts Therapy – evidence-based, person-centred therapy for emotional wellbeing, healing, and self-expression Employment & Career counselling Psychosocial Support – skill development, self-regulation, and capacity building. Group Facilitation – workshops for individuals, schools, businesses & community groups Locations: One-on-one support: Western Melbourne suburbs (Point Cook, Altona, Werribee & surrounds) Mobile services: Across Melbourne & Geelong Group programs: Greater Melbourne & online Telehealth available for arts therapy and consultation sessions Experience & Qualifications: Chrissie holds a Master’s in Therapeutic Arts Practice, a BA in Community Development, multiple diplomas in community services and counselling, and certifications in visual arts, employment services, and training.
She is also First Aid/CPR certified and brings lived experience of disability and parenting children with disabilities. What Makes Chrissie Different: Over 20 years of industry experience in disability, mental health, youth, aged care and community care Guided by core values of honesty, compassion, and reliability Culturally inclusive and trauma-informed practice Lived experience: Deep understanding of participants’ diverse experiences, goals, and lived realities Tailored plans developed collaboratively with participants Payment Schemes Accepted: Health Insurance - BUPA, Private funds, NDIS self/plan managed, Employment Assistance Fund (EAF), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), VOCAT/FAS Financial Assistance Scheme, various concession discounts.
Client-Centred, Always: We prioritise choice and control in every decision. We check in regularly, adapt supports, and offer a wide variety of creative and practical approaches that align with your NDIS goals. Whether it's improving self-regulation, community engagement, employability, or confidence, Chrissie is here to support you through the journey. Let’s create, connect, and grow — together.
