STILL Art - Therapeutic Art Practitioner
A complete therapeutic art training for people who want to guide anxious minds through creative expression in a safe, structured way.
What STILL Art Actually Teaches
Therapeutic art is not a craft class. It is not therapy. It is a structured way to help people express feelings that are too tangled, too large or too wordless to say out loud.
Most courses teach activities. STILL Art teaches a complete approach.
You learn how to guide children, young people and adults through creative processes that lower fear, steady the nervous system and give them a way to understand themselves.
You do not need to be an artist. You need a structure, a method and a way of holding space when someone opens up through colour, shape and story. That is exactly what this course gives you.
One Course. Two Ways to Learn.
Self paced course
You get immediate access to the complete STILL Art Practitioner training. You study online in your own time. Every lesson is recorded. Every activity is demonstrated. You pause, replay and move at a pace that feels right for you.
Live course
At set points in the year the full course runs live on Zoom. It is the same content but taught in real time with a group. You join the sessions, take part in guided exercises and ask questions as we go.
Both routes give the same certificate
There is no difference in the qualification. Whether you take the self paced course or attend live teaching, you become a STILL Art Practitioner accredited by ACCPH and IPHM.
Most people use both
You are not forced to choose. You can study at your own pace now and attend the next live event at no extra cost when you want to deepen your skill and confidence.
Who This Course Is For
STILL Art has become a first step for people who want to help but do not want a clinical route.
It is designed for
Teachers and teaching assistants
People in children’s homes
Therapists and coaches
Parents and carers
Support workers and youth workers
Artists and creatives who want their work to support wellbeing
Anyone who wants to make a difference but is unsure where to begin
If you want to support anxious minds through structured creative practice, this course gives you a safe and accredited way to do it.
Why Choose STILL Art
Many courses teach activities without giving a psychological framework. Others rely on clinical language that puts off non therapists.
Most completely ignore anxiety.
STILL Art is different for three reasons.
One. It is built around anxiety
The STILL Method is known internationally for its work with anxious children and adults. This means the creative activities you learn are not just expressive. They link directly to emotional safety and regulation.
Two. It is a structured system
Most competitors offer a hobby style experience. STILL Art offers a method. A clear set of steps. A transferable approach. A way to work confidently in schools, care homes, older people’s services and private practice.
Three. You are supported properly
You can learn at your own pace, join live teaching, repeat content and access ongoing support through the STILL network. No other provider in this field combines creative work, anxiety expertise and accredited training in this way.
This is why STILL Art practitioners are increasingly being asked to run groups in schools and care settings across the UK.
What You Will Learn
Module One
Introduction to therapeutic art
What therapeutic art is
What it is not
How creativity helps an anxious brain feel safe
How STILL integrates with creative practice
Module Two
The foundation of safe sessions
Preparing the space
Building trust
Guiding without directing
Closing sessions safely
Module Three
Core art based tools
Drawing emotions as colour
Visual safe places
Shape and symbol exploration
Creative grounding exercises
Art for emotional regulation
Module Four
Communication and emotional awareness
Reading cues
Listening without judgement
Supporting reflection
Helping people make sense of their own work
Module Five
Working across ages and settings
Children
Teens
Adults
Neurodiverse clients
Groups in schools
One to one sessions in care settings
Module Six
Advanced STILL Art practice
Creative approaches for fear and overwhelm
Using STILL tools through art
Helping with shutdown, avoidance and anxiety based behaviour
Session design for more complex needs
Module Seven
Ethics and scope
Boundaries
Confidentiality
Safeguarding
When to refer to clinical services
Working confidently within the role of practitioner
Module Eight
Practice and feedback
Live demonstrations
Guided practice
Support as you build your first sessions
Feedback to strengthen your confidence
How Therapeutic Art Helps Anxious Minds
Creative work shifts anxious minds out of the thinking loop and into sensory processing.
It creates distance from overwhelming feelings.
It helps people visualise safety.
It gives expression to what they cannot easily speak about.
It supports regulation, clarity and agency.
The STILL Art approach is intentionally gentle. It is structured enough to feel safe but open enough for personal expression. This combination is what helps people calm, explore and begin to change.
Transform Lives with Therapeutic Art
Discover how to use art to support mental and emotional well-being with our STILL Art Practitioner Training. This powerful new therapy enables clients to talk about and resollve feelings and emotions in safe creative way. This comprehensive course provides all the tools you need to start making a difference immediately, without requiring any additional specialist training. Delivered by The STILL Method and accredited by ACCPH and IPHM, you will learn to conduct both in-person and remote sessions, ensuring clients receive consistent support. Whether you work independently or within schools, hospitals, older people's services, or learning disability settings, this course equips you to deliver impactful sessions. Importantly, you don’t need to be skilled at art to become a coach.
Why Choose STILL Art?
Make a Difference: Help clients heal and grow through art.
Career Advancement: Gain new opportunities in the expanding field of therapeutic art.
Professional Growth: Enhance your skills with a certified course.
“I love how practical this course was. I came away with some many tools my sessions with young people have changes completely”
Will Therapeutic Carer
What You'll Receive
Comprehensive Training Materials: Full access to all resources.
Personalised Support: Mentoring sessions and ongoing assistance.
Practical Experience: Interactive workshops and real-world case studies.
Ongoing Registration and Licence: Annual fee of £50.
How Therapeutic Art Works
Therapeutic art is a powerful, evidence-based method for improving emotional and mental well-being. Research indicates that therapeutic art can significantly enhance self-expression, emotional regulation, and overall mental health. The comprehensive approach of STILL Art involves addressing psychological and emotional needs through creative expression and therapeutic interventions, leading to lasting improvements.
Comprehensive Tools and Techniques
STILL Art integrates therapeutic art with:
Art Techniques: Diverse media and methods for creative expression.
The STILL Method: Address anxiety and improve overall well-being.
Personalised Art Plans: Tailored strategies for lasting results.
Ongoing Support: Access to resources and community for continuous improvement.
Ready to Transform Lives with STILL Art?
Enroll Now: Secure your place and start your journey in therapeutic art.
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Choose your route and book STILL Art Practitioner training
If you know STILL Art is the right training for you, this section gives you a clear next step. You can join live therapeutic art coach training dates on Zoom or begin the self paced course straight away through our online learning platform.
Both routes lead to the same accredited STILL Art Practitioner certificate with ACCPH and IPHM. Most people use both at different stages.
- Train to guide anxious children, teens and adults through safe creative sessions.
- Choose live Zoom dates or a self paced route that fits around your life.
- Use a complete therapeutic art approach, not just a list of activities.
Weekend courses usually run on Saturday and Sunday. Weekday cohorts run on the same weekday across two consecutive weeks, often on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Exact dates and times are shown on the booking page.
You are booking a complete therapeutic art practitioner course, not a one off workshop. The choice here is simply how you prefer to learn.
Both routes include the same STILL Art curriculum, accreditation and access to ongoing mentoring.
Two ways to become a STILL Art Practitioner
STILL Art is designed for teachers, support workers, carers, therapists and creatives who want to use art as a safe way to support anxious minds. You can train entirely online, join live groups, or combine both.
Live Zoom training
Join a live therapeutic art coach group on Zoom with Stuart as your trainer. The course usually runs across two days, either as a weekend block or as two weekdays on consecutive weeks.
- Two live training days focused on therapeutic art and anxiety.
- Options for weekend or weekday cohorts in London time.
- Guided exercises, live demonstrations and space for questions.
- Same accredited STILL Art Practitioner certificate as the online route.
On Bookwhen you will see all STILL Method events. Look for entries labelled ART COACH or STILL Art Practitioner two day course.
Self paced online course
Start today on the STILL Art online course. Move through the modules in your own time, replay activities and build your first sessions at a pace that works for you.
- Immediate access to all STILL Art modules and resources.
- Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world.
- Use the tools with children, teens and adults once you qualify.
- Same accredited STILL Art Practitioner certificate as the live route.
Many people begin online, then join a later live cohort to deepen their confidence and get feedback on their sessions.
What you are saying yes to
When you choose your route you are saying yes to a structured therapeutic art approach built around anxiety awareness and emotional safety. You leave able to run creative sessions in schools, care settings, community projects or private practice, even if you do not see yourself as an artist.
If you want to explore the course in more detail first, you can read more on this page or visit the Therapeutic Art Coach Training guide for a deeper look at how STILL Art works in practice.