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Jenny, nicknamed, Therapig, is a compassionate and creative art therapist, educator, and visual artist with a strong passion for supporting emotional well-being through art and storytelling. With experience working with preschoolers, school-aged children, and adult carers, she designs engaging, sensory-based creative programs that nurture confidence, self-expression, and connection. Her background in art therapy, literature, and museum education allows her to combine therapeutic insight with imaginative teaching, creating meaningful and inclusive learning experiences for diverse communities.
My Story
I have always believed that colours can speak.
As a child, I saw stories hidden in paint stains, comfort in soft pencil lines, and courage in the tiny clay figures I shaped with my hands. While others searched for the right words, I discovered that art could express the feelings the heart could not always explain.
Today, I work as an art therapist, educator, and storyteller devoted to helping children and adults reconnect with themselves through creativity.
From preschool classrooms filled with laughter and finger paint, to quiet therapeutic spaces where emotions slowly unfold, I create environments where people feel safe to imagine, express, and heal. My work combines art therapy, sensory play, creative writing, and compassionate guidance to nurture emotional wellbeing and meaningful human connection.
I believe every person carries an inner story waiting to be seen. Sometimes it appears in a painting. Sometimes in a handmade sculpture. Sometimes in the simple act of choosing a colour.
Through creativity, I hope to help others rediscover joy, resilience, and the quiet beauty of being understood.
Jenny's Art Gallery
Students' Gallery
Education
2026-2027
Master of Literature & Creative Writing, Western Sydney University
My studies focus on blending advanced creative practice with contemporary literary theory, exploring how stories can challenge dominant narratives and foster deep empathy. Whether I am analyzing classics like Lord of the Flies, designing engaging English vocabulary lessons for my students, or coordinating local community arts events right here at the Parramatta Library, my goal is always the same: to create a sense of belonging and use the power of text, prose, and visual art to help others express the complex emotions they often find hard to put into words.
2024-2026
Master of Art Therapy, Western Sydney University
Fully accredited by ANZACATA, the course prepares me for professional clinical practice by exploring how artistic expression can facilitate psychological healing, self-awareness, and emotional communication where words fall short. Through a balance of theoretical coursework, experiential art-making, and extensive supervised clinical placements across diverse community and healthcare settings, I learn to adapt creative modalities to support individuals and groups navigating trauma, mental health challenges, and personal growth.
2005-2006
Master of Museums & Galleries Studies
St. Andrews University, Scotland
The Master’s program in Museum and Gallery Studies at the University of St Andrews, with a specialization in museum education, offers a rigorous blend of museological theory and hands-on, practical training within Scotland’s oldest university. I explore the evolving role of cultural institutions as dynamic learning spaces, focusing on how to design inclusive, accessible, and engaging educational programs for diverse audiences, from young learners to community groups. Through close collaboration with the university's own distinguished museums and galleries, the curriculum emphasizes the power of object-based learning, creative storytelling, and interactive exhibition design to foster curiosity and critical thinking. Ultimately, the program equips me with the professional expertise and pedagogical frameworks needed to translate complex collections into meaningful, impactful learning experiences that inspire connection and community engagement.
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
0402849436