Confidentiality
The art therapist provides a safe, confidential space. This means that what is created and discussed within the session remains confidential, unless there is a safeguarding issue. In this instance the art therapist will need to speak to a parent/carer or other professional.
The art work made in art therapy is also confidential. Each client has their own folder/storage box in which to store their art work. The art therapist keeps the art work safe between sessions, although sometimes children may choose to take their art work away after each session. At the end of therapy the client usually takes all their artwork home.