Hi, I’m Sarah! I'm the founder of The Making Space
I am a registered Art Therapist (AThR) and a current member of ANZACATA, the peak professional body representing Creative Arts Therapists in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia/Pacific region. I am also a trained Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) practitioner.
The Making Space is a private practice based in Canberra, Australia. I work with clients in person within the Canberra region, and online with people from all over the country including Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Northern Rivers region, the South Coast and more.
I have many years' experience working with artists and creatives, teachers of all disciplines, psychologists, social workers, yoga teachers and spiritual practitioners. I have worked with people through the NDIS, people living with epilepsy, autistic children and adults, and many more. I offer one-to-one sessions as well as group sessions and workshops.
I offer a range of services, including Art Therapy, IFS Therapy, and Eco Therapy / Nature-Based Art Therapy. I'm also a yoga teacher with 20 years' experience teaching yoga, meditation and breath work. These modalities can be utilised as distinct pathways for therapy, or they may be combined for a unique and individual approach to healing and wellbeing.
Sarah Owen - Education & Credentials
♡ Masters' Degree in Therapeutic Arts Practice (Creative Arts Therapy) - Melbourne Insititute for Experiential and Creative Arts Therapy (MIECAT)
♡ Registered Art Therapist (AThR) - ANZACATA, the peak professional body representing creative arts therapists in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia/Pacific region
♡ Certificate in Sensorimotor Art Therapy - Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing - with Cornelia Elbrecht (Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy)
♡ Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS Therapy) practitioner training (Level 1) - IFS Institute
♡ Endorsed Insight Yoga, Yin Yoga & Meditation Teacher - with Sarah and Ty Powers (Insight Yoga Institute)
♡ Trauma Informed Yoga Teacher - training with Shirley Hicks (Wellness is Within)
The Making Space is a holistic therapy service based in Canberra, Australia.
Working with adults, children and adolescents, The Making Space offers the following services:
Individual Art Therapy Sessions - mobile service (home visits) or online sessions (including NDIS clients)
Art Therapy Workshops within the community (options for groups of all ages)
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS Therapy) - individual sessions, online only
Eco Therapy / Nature-based Art Therapy for individuals and groups of all ages
“You will never speak to anyone more than you speak to yourself in your own head. Be kind to yourself.”
Author Unknown
Art Therapy
Creative Arts Therapy uses art materials and processes, creative movements and gestures, sounds and words, to creatively and therapeutically explore aspects of a client’s life. The focus of Art Therapy is on the process and not the final product. Benefits of Art Therapy include increased clarity and insight, greater self awareness, and relief from anxiety and depression.
IFS Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS Therapy) is a way to understand your own ‘inner-system’ (including the mind and your emotions) and assist in the process of transformation and healing. IFS Therapy emphasises self-compassion, mindfulness and acceptance. Sessions are guided by the client’s intuitive inner-system and are informed by the structure of the IFS model, creating a safe ‘holding space’ for stories to be witnessed with respect and compassionate presence.
Eco-Art Therapy
Eco-Art Therapy uses natural materials as a way of exploring and making sense of the various aspects in a client’s life. The emphasis is on ephemeral art pieces and mindful process. Eco Art Therapy can be an effective way to work alongside grief and loss, including climate grief. The aim of Eco Art Therapy is to develop connection between people and their environment in order to encourage positive mental health.