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Anna Venosta

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

I am a trainee Art Therapist with experience supporting children and adults using art-based therapeutic frameworks and interventions. Working with people from a broad range of backgrounds, I use a client-centred approach in providing evidence-based art therapy support. I enjoy supporting both individuals and groups in arts-based therapeutic sessions.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Therapist Intern

Monash Children's Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Assessed needs of each patient and developed art therapy interventions to meet needs.
  • Developed and facilitated group art therapy sessions for adolescent patients, collected and collated feedback.
  • Observed, monitored and documented client behaviour and responses to treatment using Monash Health procedures.
  • Liaised and collaborated with other allied health clinicians to deliver safe, patient-focused care.
  • Managed art materials inventory and ordered new art supplies when necessary.

ArtPlay Support Officer

City Of Melbourne
04.2023 - Current
  • Supported the delivery of visual art, music and other creative programs for children (infants to 13 years) and families.
  • Fostered a safe environment for children and families to engage and participate in activities.
  • Visually documented event activities and collected participant feedback
  • Responded to customer enquiries either face to face or via email, social media or telephone.

Art Therapist Intern

Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Held individual art therapy sessions with patients across acute, palliative and haemotology cancer wards.
  • Created art therapy engagement in radiation therapy waiting area, promoting increased self-esteem and accomplishment for patients.
  • Talked with clients during art or other therapy sessions to build rapport, acknowledge progress and reflect upon reactions to artistic process.
  • Maintained thorough and confidential records of therapeutic sessions and observations.

Assistant Art Teacher

Art Thematic Australia
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in primary school.
  • Documented student work to celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.

Education

Master of Art Therapy -

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2023

Bachelor of Fine Art With Honours -

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - French And Criminology

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
12.2014

Skills

  • Treatment Planning
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Program Design
  • Individual Therapy
  • Group Facilitation
  • Documentation Skills

Timeline

ArtPlay Support Officer

City Of Melbourne
04.2023 - Current

Art Therapist Intern

Monash Children's Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Art Therapist Intern

Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre
07.2022 - 12.2022

Assistant Art Teacher

Art Thematic Australia
01.2019 - 12.2021

Master of Art Therapy -

La Trobe University

Bachelor of Fine Art With Honours -

Monash University

Bachelor of Arts - French And Criminology

University of Melbourne
Anna Venosta