Kaleido Art Therapy

19/11/2025

A NOTE FROM ANNIE

Hello Kaleido Community!

We are absolutely thrilled and proud to have launched the Kaleido Shop last month and to share this exciting venture with all of you. As summer approaches here, we're also eagerly preparing for the arrival of our second baby!

This means that while the Kaleido Shop will remain open, we'll pause all consultations, supervision, and workshops until June. But don't worry—you can still stay connected with us, so don't hesitate to get in touch if you need to.

In all honesty, this year has been quite the journey. When the time is right, I will share more about my personal journey with a diagnosis of prenatal depression. For now, though, balancing pregnancy, a toddler, launching the shop, moving out of the city, working full-time, expanding workshops, and setting up Creative Arts Therapy pilot programs at our local hospital has been challenging. But every challenge has helped lay the groundwork for an exciting year ahead.

Your unwavering support has truly meant everything to me. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone I've collaborated with, the regional creative therapists I've had the pleasure of meeting, my wonderful supervisees (what an amazing group they are!), and, of course, my local community. 

In an era where finding community, support, kindness, and solidarity can be difficult, these values represent some of the most profound forms of activism. I sincerely value your willingness to share these qualities with me.

❤️

18/11/2025

Welcome to the Kaleido Shop. A short video explaining who we are created by wonderful .design

06/10/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Meet Kaleido Shop, your new destination for wellbeing resources! We're thrilled to offer beautiful, trauma-informed sensory tools, growth aids, and training materials designed to enrich therapeutic journeys. We're currently in our soft-launch phase, with the official opening set for March 2026! 🎉

Founded by Annie, a Senior Art Psychotherapist, Kaleido Shop is all about empowering both individuals and mental health professionals. Annie saw a gap in the availability of practical, trauma-informed, ethically produced, and beautiful therapeutic tools, which inspired the creation of Kaleido Shop. Their vision is for Kaleido Shop to become more than just a store—it's a community hub for empowerment and support, full of warmth.

Please join us on this journey by signing up for the newsletter for updates, see link in bio.



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30/09/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Hello everyone! I’m delighted to share that we are soft-launching the Kaleido Shop, a concept I’ve been nurturing for the past couple of years.

We’ve opted for a soft launch to gather your feedback, which will help us refine everything before the official launch in March. Additionally, we are expecting baby number two! 🎉 This means we’re making a bit more room in our lives for these wonderful changes.

Stay tuned for further updates, and thank you for your support! 💖

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02/06/2025

As the first one was so lovely, we are doing a second ❤️

Creative Therapy Meetup for Creative therapists living and working in Castlemaine and surrounding areas, including Dja Dja Wurrung Country.

The meet-up will have a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, providing a chance for knowledge sharing, collaborative learning, and mutual support.

Date: June 21st
Time: 12.30-1.30PM
Price: $5 (can pay on day)
Location: Castlemaine Library, The Tammia’long Room.

Feel free to bring along: Art materials, a warm drink and if you need to bring your little ones, please do.

Tickets : In bio

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28/05/2025

We're excited to share the news that Annie is now dedicating her full time to Kaleido! This means there are plenty of opportunities for you to book an Art Therapy session with them. Our cozy Kaleido Art Therapy studio has found a new home in Castlemaine, but if you can't make it in person, don't worry—we offer online sessions too, this includes art therapy supervision.

Feel free to reach out to Annie via email at Annie_kaleidoarttherapy@outlook.com, or give them a call or text at 0412404622.

For more information about Annie and Kaleido Art Psychotherapy, visit our website at www.kaleidoarttherapy.com or simply click the link in our bio. We look forward to welcoming you!



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28/05/2025

Hello, I’m Annie, a certified Art Therapist /Psychotherapist and the founder of Kaleido Art Psychotherapy. Choosing a therapist can be overwhelming, and I’m here to make this journey as comforting and reassuring as possible.

I have extensive experience working in forensic, secure, acute mental health, and addiction settings in both the UK and Victoria, Australia. I have worked with a range of conditions, specialising and providing art therapy for those facing a variety of challenges, including:

- Depression
- Anxiety
- Identity struggles
- LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy
- Abuse
- Prenatal/postnatal depression
- Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy
- Psychosis
- Bipolar disorder
- Complex PTSD

I strive to create supportive environments where everyone feels seen and heard. My non-directive approach empowers clients to steer therapy sessions, allowing them to express their unconscious thoughts and emotions freely.

I am registered with ANZACATA and hold a Master's in Art Psychotherapy. Additionally, I have completed and delivered training in trauma-informed care, intersectionality, and cultural safety in mental health settings. I've had the privilege of a decade of steady growth in art therapy supervision, and it's been such a rewarding journey.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

25/03/2025

April's $5 kaleido events (will put tickets and more deets in bio)

🌿 Meet, Mingle & Discover

Date: April 7th
Time: 6 pm
Price: $5
Location: Online

Description: A chance to connect with like-minded people and therapists, ask questions, and meet Annie to learn about her experience as an art therapist.

🌿 Creative therapy Connections Meetup
in Castlemaine/ Dja Dja Wurrung Country

Date: April 26th
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Price: $5 (can pay on day)
Location: Near the botanical gardens, location TBC depending on weather

Description: Connect with local creative therapists in the Dja Dja Wurrung Country/Castlemaine area.

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20/03/2025

Valerie from Active Kreative invited me onto their podcast to talk all things Art Therapy. Give it a listen. Thanks for having me Valerie, a joy to be part of your wonderful podcast.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Annie Fox, a UK-trained art psychotherapist now based in Australia, to explore the transformative power of . From overcoming to breaking barriers in mental health, we dive deep into the intersection of creativity, psychology and spirituality in therapy.

🎧 What You’ll Learn:

🎨 How art therapy differs in the UK vs. Australia

💫 The role of spirituality in healing and mental health

🖌️ Why self-expression is essential for emotional well-being

⚠️ The misconceptions & risks of unregulated trauma-informed practices

🎭 Annie’s mission to create a new art collective for art therapists

✨ If you’ve ever felt the need to express yourself but didn’t know how—this episode is for you!

17/03/2025

Calling out to like-minded Artists who live local to Dja Dja Wurrung / Castlemaine and Naarm / Melbourne area who are art therapists. I am collecting submissions of interest for a new art collective - Kaleid. I will put more information in the comments below. Please send me a message or email annie_kaleidoarttherapy@outlook.com for any questions or interest. Thanks!

Why Establish This New Art Collective...

In my position as a supervisor, I've often noticed art therapists incorporating personal artwork into their sessions. I connected with how these pieces reflect the complexities of their lives, especially the challenge of balancing their roles as both artists and therapists. With art therapists frequently highlighting the advantages of creating art during sessions, reminding us of the importance of nurturing our artistic pursuits.

On a personal level, I understand the difficulties of managing multiple responsibilities. As an art therapist and a mother of a toddler, finding a balance is a constant struggle. Being surrounded by individuals who share similar experiences can ease the load, fostering a supportive network that we all genuinely need.

I also recognise the importance of acknowledging the different roles we play in our lives. By gaining insight into these roles and creating spaces for our authentic selves, I believe we can enhance our well-being and empowerment. My vision for the collective revolves around addressing this need for support, cultivating a sense of belonging, and encouraging each other's creative expressions.

From my own experience, I understand how crucial the artist within us is to our identity as art therapists. Many of us feel lost when we aren't creating, particularly amidst the demands of modern life. This space is dedicated to helping us reconnect with our artistic selves. While not everyone may feel this way, many of us were drawn to this practice because art has served as a source of healing in our lives – it certainly was for me. Through this collective, I hope we can reclaim our inner artists and ensure that our creative spirits continue to flourish.

17/03/2025

Breaking the insta silence to announce new art collective for artists that are registered art therapists local to Dja Dja Wurrung country/Castlemaine and Naarm/Melbourne 🔥 get in touch for any questions and interests. Limited numbers.

Why Establish This New Art Collective...

In my position as a supervisor, I've often noticed art therapists incorporating personal artwork into their sessions. I connected with how these pieces reflect the complexities of their lives, especially the challenge of balancing their roles as both artists and therapists. With art therapists frequently highlighting the advantages of creating art during sessions, reminding us of the importance of nurturing our artistic pursuits.

In my role as a supervisor, I've frequently observed art therapists integrating their personal artwork into their sessions. I relate to how these pieces capture the intricacies of their lives, particularly the struggle of juggling their identities as both artists and therapists. Art therapists often emphasise the benefits of making art during sessions, reminding us of the significance of fostering our creative endeavours.

On a personal level, I understand the difficulties of managing multiple responsibilities. As an art therapist and a mother of a toddler, finding a balance is a constant struggle. Being surrounded by individuals who share similar experiences can ease the load, fostering a supportive network that we all genuinely need.

I also recognise the importance of acknowledging the different roles we play in our lives. By gaining insight into these roles and creating spaces for our authentic selves, I believe we can enhance our well-being and empowerment. My vision for the collective revolves around addressing this need for support, cultivating a sense of belonging, and encouraging each other's creative expressions.

26/11/2024

Creative Therapists are shocked by the NDIA’s decision to cut art therapies from NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) plans, with less than a weeks notice.

We are coming together to campaign against this decision, while encouraging all to voice concerns to relevant authorities.

This includes to your:
- local member of Parliament.
- The Chair of the Board of the NDIA: Mr Kurt Fearnley admin@kurtfearnley.com
- NDIS

I have written out a letter that you can use/ adapt to send to the above on my Linkdin. Will put link in bio.