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Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that harnesses the power of art-making to support health, healing and well-being​. ​​​

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In psychodynamic art therapy, the creative process offers a safe and containing space to explore your inner world. Through visual and sensory expression, it allows access to underlying thoughts, feelings, and experiences that may be difficult to articulate in words.​

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Art ther​apy values both verbal and non verbal forms of expression, held within the safety of a supportive therapeutic relationship.

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Who Can Benefit?

About​​​

Devika is a credentialed art psychotherapist based in Bangalore. Trained in psychodynamic practice, she holds a Master’s in Art Therapy from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore and is formally accredited by the Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Art Therapies Association (ANZACATA). In her therapeutic approach, she brings a person-centred and trauma-informed lens, paying close attention to each individual’s pace, needs, and lived context, offering a space grounded in safety, attunement and care. During her clinical training, Devika worked with children, adolescents and adults across diverse settings and contexts... see more

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​​Who Can Benefit?​​​

Art therapy can support individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly, and can address a wide range of emotional, psychological and physical needs (see list below).  No prior art experience is required, as our emphasis is on the creative process and self expression, not artistic skill or technique.​​ 

 

In my therapeutic practice, I work collaboratively, adapting my approach to each client's unique concerns and experiences — offering a gentle, non-judgemental space for reflection and exploration. ​​​

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Mental Health Concerns

  • Stress

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Trauma

  • Eating disorders

  • Sleep Disorders

  • OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)

  • ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)​

 Personal Growth & Well-being

  • Self-exploration and insight

  • Self-care and relaxation

  • Mindfulness and awareness

  • Play and creative expression

Relational, Identity & Social Challenges​

  • Navigating self identity

  • Social anxiety

  • Low self-esteem 

  • Body image

  • Gender and Sexuality

  • Relationship concerns

  • Workplace stress

  • Parental separation

  • Family conflict

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Physical & Chronic Conditions​

  • Chronic pain

  • Chronic illness

  • Invisible disabilities

  • Recovery from injury

  • Neurological conditions

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Developmental & School-Related

  • Difficulties at school

  • Communication challenges

  • Perfectionism

  • Learning disabilities

  • Developmental delay

  • Speech delay ​

Loss & Life Transitions

  • Grief and bereavement

  • Caregiving fatigue

  • Divorce

  • Major life changes

 Sessions and Workshops Offered

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Individual

1-on-1 sessions adapted to an individuals specific emotional, psychological, and physical needs.

 

These person-centred sessions offer a private, supported space for deeper self-exploration, processing and expression through personal art-making.

Open Studio

Open Studio is a process-oriented space that invites individuals to engage freely with art materials in a therapeutic and supportive community environment.

 

The emphasis is on the experience of making rather than the outcome, and individuals are encouraged to explore self led art making. This  flexible space offers opportunities for self-expression, play, mindfulness and relaxation — gently held by the presence of a trained art therapist.

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Group

Group art therapy brings together individuals in a shared space to explore creative expression alongside others.

 

Group sessions can be significant in fostering connection and belonging, reducing feelings of isolation, and creating opportunities for shared insight, support, and creative exchange.

Single Session Workshop

Single session workshops offer an introduction to art therapy in a guided group setting.

 

Designed around a specific theme, idea or intention, workshops invite participants to explore creative expression, self-reflection and communication through shared art-making. Workshops can be designed and adapted to specific communities /groups / teams. 

Dyad

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Dyad art therapy brings 2 individuals into a therapuetic space; especially supportive for parent–child, siblings, partners, friends, caregivers and their loved ones.

 

Through joint art making and reflection, dyads can explore their relationship, build trust and strengthen their emotional connection —while honouring their individual needs in the process.

Consultation

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Consultation is offered for organisations: schools, institutions, corporates, hospitals, NGOs or community spaces interested in integrating therapeutic art-based approaches into their settings.

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Consultations are tailored to understand your organisation’s unique goals and can include:​​

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  • Developing ongoing therapeutic programs / workshops

  • Offering staff wellness / burnout prevention​​

  • Presentations on art therapy

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FAQ's: What is Art Therapy?

Watch this quick introductory video to learn more about art therapy!* — it answers frequently asked questions and explores how art therapy can support self-expression, improve well-being and enhance emotional and mental health.​

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Video cred: British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT)

Studio: Saya

Art therapy sessions are offered both online / virtually ( for remote clients ) and in person at our studio (Bangalore, India).

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Saya is a greenhouse-style therapuetic art studio located on the second floor of a residential building. Surrounded by greenery and natural light, the space is designed to offer a calm, grounding environment that supports reflective art-making.​

 

The studio is used exclusively for art therapy sessions and open studio workshops. In person studio sessions are best suited for children, adolescents and adults seeking... see more 

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CONTACT

 

Email : devika.nsundar@gmail.com

Phone : +91 99721 02511

"I worked with Devika at two different moments in my life when I was feeling overwhelmed by big life transitions and needed therapeutic support to hold and process my feelings. In both sessions, Devika was gentle, perceptive and compassionate. She held a space for me where I felt free to explore my inner world and uncover the deeper layers of my emotions.  ​She offered me some beautiful prompts to work with that felt very attuned to my situation and needs. After I had created my pieces, she then helped me to deepen my understanding of myself with her insights and observations. At the end of both sessions, I felt clearer, lighter and freer. Over the following weeks I also recognized that working with her had been the intervention I needed to make decisions I had been unable to make before, let go of burdens I was carrying from the past and put me back on track in my life. I would highly recommend taking sessions with Devika if you're looking for a safe and healing container to explore yourself and your issues more deeply." - Vaishali, 32

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