hackney Long covid art studio

In 2024, I set up a partnership with Homerton NHS Trust’s now-closed Hackney WeLCoME Service, supporting people with energy-limiting conditions such as Long Covid, ME and CFS.

I devised and delivered the weekly art studio at the Shoreditch Trust, in collaboration with fellow art therapist Jen Raingold. Different art techniques were taught each week, alongside gentle breathwork and mindful mark-making to calm the nervous system.

The aims of these sessions were to reconnect with the joys of being creative and provide a sense of community, purpose and belonging alongside others going through similar challenges.

“The art studio has had a massive impact on my wellbeing. Connecting with people on a similar journey is really positive for my mental health and the art itself is very mindful and good for my nervous system. I hope others get to experience it!”

“Keep on doing this. I feel looked after and seen with spaces like this. It’s safe and good for the soul.”