FAQs

Not at all! Art Therapy isn’t about being artistic or making ‘good’ art — it’s about expressing yourself. No previous experience is needed, just a willingness to explore.

Each session typically includes time to check in, make art and explore outside in nature (if you’d like), and talk about anything that comes up. You can choose the materials you feel most comfortable with, and you’re always supported in a way that feels right for you.

Not if you don’t want to. Some people prefer to create quietly, while others like to talk as they work. We go at your pace.

You’ll have access to a range of materials like paints, pastels, clay, natural objects, and collage. You can choose what feels best for you, and there’s no pressure to create in any specific way.

Your artwork is safely stored between sessions and kept confidential. You can choose to take it home at the end of therapy if you wish.

Yes, Art Therapy is confidential similar to other medical appointments. I won’t pass the private information from your sessions on to anyone, unless I am worried about your safety, or someone else’s. This is called a safeguarding concern, and if this happens I will talk to you first. If you are working in a group, everyone in the group will be asked to keep the discussions confidential. You are always welcome to talk about what comes up for you however. I will talk through all this with you before you start art therapy and make sure you understand and agree before you start sessions.

• FREE 15-minute introductory phone call or meeting to discuss hopes and expectations
• Individual Art Therapy sessions at The Walnut Barn Therapy Studio (children, young people and adults) – £80 per 1 hour session
• Individual online Art Therapy (available for adults only) £80 per 1 hour session
• Home and community visits – Please email me to enquire
• Art Therapy in your school or organisation – Please email me to enquire
• Group Art Therapy (for children, young people and adults) – Please email me to enquire about current and upcoming groups
• Supervision (online or in person). For Art Therapists or wellbeing practitioners working in community/charity settings or in schools – £90 per hour

That’s completely individual. Some people benefit from a short block of sessions, while others find ongoing support helpful over a longer period. We’ll discuss your goals together to see what feels best for you.

Yes, absolutely. Art can give you another way to express feelings and experiences that are hard to put into words, which makes it a really helpful option if talking feels challenging.

EMDR is a therapy that helps you process and heal from difficult or traumatic experiences by using bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping) to support the brain’s natural healing processes.

Sessions involve identifying difficult memories or feelings, working through them using structured techniques, and using bilateral stimulation to reduce their emotional intensity. Sessions always move at your pace and are carefully managed to keep you feeling safe and supported.

No. One of the benefits of EMDR is that you don’t have to go into full detail about your experiences if you don’t want to. We focus on the feelings and body sensations linked to memories without needing to retell everything.

We’ll discuss your history, needs, and goals in an initial consultation. EMDR can help with trauma, anxiety, grief, and other difficulties, but we’ll decide together if it’s the right fit.

Yes, when delivered by a qualified therapist in a supportive environment. We’ll always ensure you’re feeling stable and grounded before, during, and after each session.

It depends on the complexity of what you’re working through. Some people notice changes after just a few sessions, while others may benefit from a longer process.

• FREE 15-minute introductory phone call or meeting to discuss hopes and expectations
• Individual EMDR/ Art Therapy (With adults only at present). Sessions at The Walnut Barn Therapy Studio – £80 per hour session
• For a limited number of EMDR Therapy processing sessions extended sessions of 1.5 hours may be required. This would be discussed in advance and there would be a cost of £120 for these sessions.

Yes! At The Walnut Barn, we can combine EMDR with creative approaches, helping you explore feelings through art alongside processing memories. This can be a particularly gentle and effective way to work.

Nature-based learning is an educational approach that uses the natural environment as a dynamic classroom. It encourages hands-on experiences, exploration, and observation to deepen understanding, critical thinking, and well-being while fostering a connection with nature.

Our sessions are held at Rosuick Organic Farm in Cornwall, a beautiful and historic working farm that offers a rich learning environment for children, school groups, and individuals.
We we’ll soon be adding to our offer, with sessions at Gwealgues Organic Orchard. With around 6,000 trees, this peaceful and secluded spot offers the perfect space for safe and engaging learning. Gwealgues Organic Orchard features a purpose-built studio and a renovated agricultural building with high-quality facilities, including underfloor heating, accessible toilets, and ample indoor space. Additionally, for longer sessions, there is the opportunity to walk to the local beach, Kennack Sands, offering further possibilities for outdoor exploration and learning.

We welcome:

• Primary and secondary schools for curriculum-linked educational visits.
• Small groups looking for immersive nature experiences.
• Individuals requiring a bespoke approach, with tailored sessions designed to support well-being and development.

Each visit is carefully structured and may include:

• Farm trails to explore crops, animals, and habitats.
• Hands-on workshops such as wool working, cob brick making, creating natural dyes and bee education.
• Creative and reflective activities linking to various subjects in the school curriculum.

Our visits integrate seamlessly with subjects such as:

• Science – life cycles, sustainability, and ecosystems.
• PSHE – teamwork, responsibility, emotional well-being, and healthy lifestyles through outdoor activities and environmental engagement.
• Art & Design – using natural materials for creative expression.
• History & Geography – exploring historical farming techniques and environmental changes.
• Math – measurement, data collection, and spatial awareness.
• English – creative writing inspired by nature.

• To teach children in a direct, hands-on way about many important topics including: nutrition, animal welfare, sustainability and conservation
• The opportunity to get outside and experience the countryside on a real working farm.
• To appreciate the links between the environment and its ability to support modern day living in a sustainable way and to develop an understanding of the natural world.
• To develop an understanding of food origins.
• Tranquil space with opportunities to be creative and connect with nature.
• Provide opportunities for exercise in a stimulating and exciting environment.
• Support the curriculum with engaging activities that can be taken back to classroom.
• Allow children the opportunity to understand risk and how to manage it.

Our bespoke sessions provide sensory-rich, calming, and movement-based experiences tailored to individuals who may benefit from nature’s therapeutic effects. We work closely with caregivers to align activities with existing therapy and development plans.

To ensure a safe and comfortable visit, the farm provides:

• Child-friendly toilets with disabled access
• Outdoor hand-washing stations
• Covered picnic areas
• Welly boot washing stations
• Accessible pathways and ample parking

To arrange a visit for your school, group, or individual session, simply get in touch with us. We offer flexible options to suit different needs and learning goals.

We recommend:

• Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, hats, suncream, waterproofs if needed).
• Sturdy footwear (wellies or boots).
• A packed lunch and reusable water bottle.

We have a farm visit risk assessment which will be emailed you prior to your visit. Please ensure all visiting staff and volunteers have read our risk assessment. Teachers/ group leaders are also welcome to visit the farm for a preliminary visit to carry-out their own risk assessments, which we particularly advise if you have group members with bespoke needs.
Although we endeavor to make the space as safe as possible, it is a working farm and as such there are associated risks. Teachers are responsible for group members at all times. Children must be closely supervised and child: adult ratios adhered to.

Due to the remote location of the farm public transport is limited. The nearest bus stop is at Traboe Cross parking area on Goonhilly Downs and is approximately 1 mile from the farm.

If driving:

• From Helston head south-west on the A3083 towards St.Keverne for 2.1 miles.
• Take the 1st exit at the roundabout onto the B3293 towards St.Keverne continue for 1.3 miles.
• Take the 3rd exit at the Garras roundabout continuing on the B3293 towards St.Keverne for 3.3 miles.
• Pass Goohnilly Earth station and take the next left in 1 mile.
• Keep right and then turn right following signs to Rosuick Farm. Parking is a Cornish Camels on your left.
• Car parking is available free of charge and there is ample space for buses to park and turn.