09/01/2026
Dear Members,
The Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists (IACAT) and the British Association of Dramatherapists (BADTH) are deeply saddened to share the passing of our member and friend, Áilbhe Hines.
Áilbhe was a highly valued member of the creative arts therapy community, with deep involvement across both organisations. She served on the IACAT Council and was an active, committed contributor to the life of the association.
Alongside her work as a creative arts therapist, Áilbhe was an artist in her own right. Her creativity, integrity, and care for the arts and for people were evident in all that she did. She brought thoughtfulness, warmth, and commitment to her professional and creative work, and her presence will be deeply missed.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Áilbhe’s family, friends, and all those who knew and loved her. Her loss will be felt across the creative arts therapy community in Ireland, the UK, and beyond.
‘May the earth be soft beneath you.
May the wind carry you gently.
May you rest in the rhythms of the natural world.’
