WELCOME to Perry Psychotherapy

Art Therapy In Edinburgh

Art Therapy for Children, Young People & Adults in Edinburgh

Supporting people of all ages to feel seen, heard, and understood through the power of creativity. I offer a calm, collaborative space where emotions can be explored safely, resilience can grow, and you can move at a pace that feels right — whether you’re navigating trauma, neurodivergence, brain injury, or simply the big feelings life sends your way.

Creative healing. Real connection. Meaningful change.
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ART THERAPY: a cREATIVE PATH TO WELLBEING

Art therapy uses drawing, painting, clay, collage, play and more to help explore thoughts or feelings they can’t quite say in words. Whether inspired by a prompt or following their creative flow, each child is gently invited to discover and express what’s inside. As a psychodynamic art therapist, I support this journey by helping translate inner expression into meaningful reflection and insight—without pressure.

Close-up of multicolored oil paint splotches in shades of yellow, blue, black, pink, and white on a surface.

The art making process can be guided by your feelings, thoughts and experiences. You may start after a prompt or creating something that comes to mind. The therapist will support and facilitate discussion, helping you gain insight into your emotions and experiences.

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Do I need to be good at art?

No, you do not need to be good at art and no experience is necessary.

The focus is not on the artistic quality of the work but on the individual’s inner experiences and the therapeutic process.

I support children, young people, and adults through trauma recovery, brain injury, and neurodivergence using gentle, psychodynamic art therapy. My work helps people express what they may not yet have words for — using creative, non-verbal approaches that feel natural and safe.

Unconscious thoughts can shape how we feel and behave. Through art-making and playful exploration, we gently uncover these deeper layers, easing anxiety, processing emotions, and building a stronger sense of self.

I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist registered member of BAAT (British Association of Art Therapists), HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) & ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office).

i’m Mairi Perry

Edinburgh-Based Art therapist

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Client Feedback

“We always feel very welcomed, mairi is very creative and charismatic. my daughter always looks forward to meeting her and trying new things”
“It helps with my nightmares. i like talking about my worries with mairi.”
“my daughter looks forward to her sessions. She says they help her and I find it helpful for her to talk to someone else who can listen and also give advice.”
“my son struggles big emotions and transitions, Mairi offered for us to come for a free meet and greet and instantly my son was at ease with her which is rare for him. he was really excited to go back”