Meet Raquel
Raquel McNamee, RP (Qualifying), DTATI
Raquel is a passionate mental health advocate with a background in Forensic Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies. As a Professional Art Therapist (DTATI), she combines her love of creativity with a deep commitment to supporting others in their growth, healing, and self-discovery. She believes in the transformative power of creative expression and is dedicated to finding innovative, compassionate ways to help individuals navigate challenges, build resilience, and connect more deeply with themselves. Her work is grounded in the belief that healing can take many forms, and that creativity can be a powerful tool for insight, empowerment, and change.
What can she help with?
As an Art Therapist, Raquel works with ages 12+ and specializes in supporting clients navigating Neurodivergent experiences (e.g., ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities etc.). She helps clients build insight, resilience, and healthier connections through creative expression.
What is Art Therapy?
Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art-making and creative expression to help individuals explore their experiences, process emotions, and share their stories—especially when words feel difficult to find. Through a combination of creative exploration and conversation, the art-making process becomes a meaningful way to gain insight, deepen self-understanding, and explore one's inner world.
Rather than relying solely on direct questions, an Art Therapist may draw attention to themes, symbolism, colours, patterns, and the energy within the artwork to spark reflection and discussion. No artistic skill, training, or experience is required—just a willingness to show up and engage in the process.