Samantha

Samantha Durant

Art Therapist

verified by TherapyRoute

I offer free initial consultations. I am an Art Therapist, Counselling Psychotherapist & experienced Clinical Supervisor. I believe in kindness & working collaboratively with my clients, tailoring my approach to the needs of those I work with.

About Me

As an Art Therapist and Counseling Psychotherapist, I help individuals of all ages explore their feelings and experiences. I believe in a collaborative approach, tailoring sessions to your unique needs. We can work together to make sense of challenges, using creative methods where helpful. For children, I involve parents, sharing insights to support progress at home. This ensures therapy feels relevant and deeply personal.

Approach

To help untangle difficult feelings, I offer gentle, practical ways of exploring them that fit your pace and energy. In sessions in Berkhamsted or online, we often use short creative tasks, breathed pauses and clear check-ins so ideas land more slowly and safely; for children this can include brief parent feedback between meetings. I weave simple explanations about attention, autism, grief or chronic illness into our work and invite small experiments you can try between sessions. This approach suits people seeking steady, compassionate change.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Art Therapy

    A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.

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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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Works With:

  • All ages

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Cancer Support

    The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Professional Title:

  • Art Therapist

    A therapist who uses drawing, painting, and other art forms to help clients express and process emotions. No artistic ability needed.

Qualifications


University of Hertfordshire

Registrations


Health Care Professionals Council

Art Psychotherapist

Service Area


Heart Space

In-person & Online

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire

United Kingdom

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