Welcome to Cape Breton Art Therapy
A space for expression, reflection, and healing.
I offer trauma-informed art therapy for children, youth, and adults in Cape Breton.
Through creative methods, we explore new ways of understanding ourselves and the world around us.
Free 15-minute consultation, booked online.
Eltuek Arts Centre, North End of Sydney
- Trauma-informed
- Strength-based
- Culturally responsive
- Emotion-focused
- Somatic
- Mind-body connection
- Solution-focused
- No art experience required
Available services
Art Therapy Services
Most of my work happens one-on-one and with parents/guardians and children in my studio at the Eltuek Arts Centre: a quiet space to express, reflect and heal.
All ages
Individual Art Therapy
Individual sessions using creative methods and reflection to support emotional exploration, insight, and healing, tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals.
About individual sessions
Parent + child
Parent–Child Art Therapy
A caregiver-supported approach where I guide connection, regulation, and communication through shared creative work.
About parent–child sessions-
Group Art Therapy
Group art therapy sessionsCreative group sessions focused on connection, expression, and exploring self and relationships through art.
Groups -
School & Community Projects
School & Community art therapy through creative methodsCollaborative creative projects designed to support well-being, emotional resilience, belonging and community connection.
Schools & community
Who I work with
For children, teens, and adults, at every stage.
I support people navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges through creative expression and therapeutic connection.
Art therapy can also strengthen self-awareness, resilience, coping skills, and emotional expression to support long-term well-being.
I work with many Indigenous youth, and everyone is welcome here.
- Adults
- Young adults & students
- Teens
- Children
- Parents & caregivers
No art experience or interest in making art is required. Art therapy can include creating, writing, mapping, exploring materials, or simply engaging in a sensory experience.
The studio
A creative space in the North End of Sydney.
Offering in-studio sessions and school/community-based services on Cape Breton Island.
Payment & funding
Direct billing and funding options.
Direct billing is available through Medavie Blue Cross, Canada Life, TELUS Health, Non-Insured Health Benefits, and Victim Services. I also accept funding through Jordan’s Principle. If you have coverage through another insurance provider, feel free to contact me to ask about your options. Fees & insurance
- Free 15-minute consultation
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Canada Life
- TELUS Health
- Non-Insured Health Benefits
- Victim Services
- Jordan’s Principle
- Receipts for insurance
Meet your art therapist
Hi I'm Ryan!
I am an artist, Registered Canadian Art Therapist, and Registered Counselling Therapist, based on Cape Breton Island, combining artistic experience with therapeutic training in a strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach.
- RCATRegistered Canadian Art Therapist, Canadian Art Therapy Association (CATA)
- RCTRegistered Counselling Therapist, Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT)
- BFAFine Arts degree, NSCAD University
- TrainingTwo years of specialized art therapy training, Kutenai Art Therapy Institute, Nelson, BC
Gratitude
I am grateful to live and work in Unama’ki, the traditional territory of the Mi'kmaq people.
I express gratitude to our Indigenous friends and neighbours for their honesty and bravery in speaking the truths of our shared history in Canada.
Learning the history of this land has changed me. I am committed to ongoing learning and taking meaningful actions toward reconciliation.
Ready when you are.
If you are interested in exploring art therapy, I invite you to reach out, capebretonarttherapy@gmail.com