Meet art psychotherapist Penny Moore

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Penny Moore art psychotherapy art psychotherapisst Q&A article by Simmie Harper

Blending creativity with clinical insight, Penny Moore's art therapy journey is anything but conventional. From an academic foundation in Experimental Psychology at Oxford to discovering the profound healing power of artistic expression, their story reveals how creativity can unlock deep emotional understanding and transformation. In this interview, they reflect on an eclectic career, the essence of art therapy, and the moments that shaped their therapeutic philosophy.

Leslie Forman: Mental health, mosaics, and an olive branch

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Depicted: Leslie Forman Photo credit: Megan Ramsey men's mental health advocate, Lez

Men’s mental health is too often pushed aside — but North Shields creative Leslie Forman is helping to change that narrative. Through candid conversation, community support and the healing power of art, Lez has transformed personal loss and struggle into purpose. From founding men’s mental health groups to using mosaic-making as a form of therapy, his journey is one of resilience, honesty and a deep-rooted love for his hometown.

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