September is National Suicide Prevention Month. SANATA joins mental health organisations across South Africa in raising awareness, reducing stigma and encouraging people to reach out when they are struggling.Arts therapists see every day how creative expression can give words to feelings that are hard to say. Throughout the month we will share resources, reflections from […]
Monthly meeting of the SANATA Executive Committee (EXCO). The committee reviews association business, membership matters, upcoming events and projects in progress.Members who would like an item considered for the agenda can contact the secretary before the meeting. A summary of decisions is shared with members afterwards.
World Suicide Prevention Day is a global moment to remember those we have lost and to remind each other that help is available. Small acts of connection can make a real difference.SANATA encourages members and the public to check in on the people around them, learn the warning signs and share where to find support. […]
A short, guided creative practice for grounding: a calm, practical session using simple art materials to help you come back into your body and the present moment.No art experience is needed. Bring a few sheets of paper and whatever you have to draw with. Details on how to join will be shared with members closer […]
The HPCSA Music Therapy Awareness Campaign highlights the work of registered music therapists in South Africa: who they are, how they train and how music therapy supports people of all ages.SANATA supports the campaign by sharing members' stories, explaining when music therapy can help and showing how to find a registered practitioner.
A guided creative practice for self-awareness: a reflective session using drawing and simple prompts to notice what you are feeling and what you need right now.It is a gentle, practical activity you can return to on your own. No art experience is needed; paper and a pen or crayons are enough. Joining details will be […]
Mental Health Awareness Week is a time to talk openly about mental health, look after ourselves and look out for each other.Throughout the week SANATA will share short creative practices, information about the arts therapies and reminders of where to find support. Follow along and share with anyone who might find it helpful.
National Depression Screening Day encourages people to check in with their mental health and to seek support early. Depression is common and treatable, and a conversation is often the first step.SANATA will share information on recognising the signs of depression and on how arts therapists work alongside other health professionals to support recovery.
Join SANATA for a two-hour CPD workshop exploring how art therapy supports clients living with trauma. We will look at safe, body-aware ways to introduce art making, how to pace sessions, and how to work with images that carry difficult memories. The workshop combines a short presentation, small-group case discussion and a hands-on art response. […]
