During Covid lock down I reconnected with my passion for clay and have since enjoyed reflective and creative time in my Studio. My new website for my ceramic is www.claudiagyrceramics.com.au

Art Therapy and Family Constellation Work with Claudia Gyr
During Covid lock down I reconnected with my passion for clay and have since enjoyed reflective and creative time in my Studio. My new website for my ceramic is www.claudiagyrceramics.com.au
I would like to share this information with you about a free on line event as I trust this will be relevant to anyone interested in psychotherapy either as a therapist or client who likes to understand more about the gifts of trauma and how we best move forward within ourselves and in the bigger world. An amazing line up of international experts in the field!
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Come and spend a day to touch base with yourself through creativity and group support. Many people I talk to have been conditioned to think they are not creative or skilled enough to be so. These believes often date back to our childhood where we had negative messages given to us in this regard. Some of us have buried that creative spark somewhere deep inside since then. Most of us long to rediscover this part in some shape or form.
Here the good news! Absolutely no artistic skills are needed. You don’t need skills to be creative! Skills come to you naturally as you engage and find enjoyment in the process
What you do need is a curious open mind and a little courage and persistence to learn to move past the inner critic to free up your creative flow.
I offer a nonjudgmental environment where we can practice the art of creating with non-attachment to outcomes and the use of mistakes as spring boards to new discoveries.
The focus is on the process of creativity and self discovery and not on the end result.
The day will start with mindful grounding and followed by diving into your playful, creative process, prompted by loosening up exercises. We will include moments of reflections, which then will take you deeper into yourself and your painting process.
(Please note: This is not a therapy group but the process can bring up issues. So you do need to be in a stable life situation and have enough support to manage what may surface through these groups).
Drawing Paper and glue’s, magazines, scissors provided. Bring your own acrylic paints and brushes (and special paper if you like).
(Open to expression of interest of once a month weekday group 10-1pm $55/Cons $45)
Facilitator : Claudia Gyr
MA Cerative Arts Therapy
The creative process can be a truly healing experience as we learn to trust our intuition and follow our spontaneous expression. This translates into all areas of our lives.
This work is based on the recognition that we all are part of a bigger field or force connecting us to each other and to our ancestors. It is also based on the recognition that there is an order in the system of where you belong and the responsibilities which come with that place.
Family Constellation work explores the systems we live in and the impact they have on our lives. It brings awareness to relational entanglements in intimate relationships, family, work place and to related health issues. This process supports experiential integration of unacknowledged parts of our systems and within ourselves which can lead to long lasting positive effects.
Family or Systems Constellation is not limited to explore family Systems but can be used to explore any life situation we like to find more clarity, integration and possible resolution.
Through directly experiencing the field energy in the group we learn to trust that all movement is essentially a movement towards healing and integration and that the power of intent, love, trust and curiosity is what supports this movement.
Testimonies:
‘Thank you so much Claudia, for your incredible facilitation and beautiful energy that you bring to this work. I have worked with so many healing modalities over the years, and genuinely walked away from that experience feeling more deeply impacted than with anything else I have experienced. It honestly felt as powerful for me as a plant medicine journey, without taking any substances. I felt so safe and held in your space and look forward to returning and diving deeper into this work, which feels truly life- changing.’ Tori, Bodyworker
I recently attended Claudia’s Family Constellation workshop and have noticed many shifts already, especially in my relationship with my mother. I left the workshop feeling much lighter and filled with divine love and grace. I am so grateful for this transformational space and I gained so much from having my own constellation done, but also bearing witness and taking part in other people’s constellations. A deeply connecting and healing day for me. Thank you Claudia for holding the space with such tenderness, grace and wisdom. Alexandra Sanders
“Claudia, thank you so much for your exceptional and intuitive facilitation. I feel blessed to witness and experience such powerful therapy.” Caddie/Brisbane
Here an explanation about the “Knowing Field” which we work with in family constellation and what Rubert Sheldrake calls the Morphic Field.
For information about details, future dates, and bookings click here.
There are three ways you can manage the funds you recieve from NDIS, self managed, plan managed and agency managed. The first two options allow you to choose from any providers including providers who are not registered with NDIS. Here is a link which explains the three options in more detail https://www.leapin.com.au/what-is-plan-management/
If you are self managed or plan managed, the NDIS funded services you can access through me are:
The creative arts can be used in many ways, including with most physical disabilities.
Call 0421675474 to discuss what kind of support you are looking for.
Come and join me to play with clay for a day. Together in a small group we will explore simple hand-building and surface decoration techniques using colored slips. This is an easy and fun way to open your creativity and achieve very beautiful results. I have an extensive collection of stamps and stencils to explore the endless possibilities this simple process offers. You will make 2-3 small to medium size bowls or plates to take home and treasure. Successful results guaranteed. :-)
Testimonies:
“I had such a wonderful creative time under the skilled supervision of Claudia. Lovely energy amongst the participants. I ended up with 3 pieces that now reside on my hallway table. And I love them! Thank you Claudia for a very special morning spent in your incredible studioâ€.Laila Bell, Artist/Sculptor
“I enjoyed a couple of pottery classes with Claudia and loved every minute. Very well equipped studio, inspiring help and fabulous results even for me, an absolute beginner. I also found the size of the group just right. Claudia had time for every one Thank you shall be back ;)†Iris Detenhoff, ‘Moontime Diary’.
“Beautiful venue, wonderful teaching and demonstration, allowing lots of creativity.” Tara Cooper
‘Wonderful. Has such a thorough knowledge and very inspirational and holding great space to create. Thank you.” Ceara Kilgariff
“Fabulous-so much covered in 4 hours and super inspiring.” Wendy Kilgariff
For ceramic students who learned the basics and can work independently.
Use of studio space and all equipment and coloured slips $10/phr. and firing service cost as above.
(purchased in 3 hour vouchers which you can use as you please).
For other possible options using studio space (for individuals) contact Claudia
There is one pottery wheel so you need to book ahead of time
Also available :one on one Pottery wheel tuition with Claudia $90/hr or book 6 sessions (and get one free) for $450 This includes all materials/clay slips and glazes. Firing cost as above.
To reserve your spot text Claudia on 0421675474 or leave a message to when I can ring back if you have any questions.
Facilitator Claudia Gyr :
Claudia completed a 3 ½ yr potters apprenticeship in Switzerland in 1979 learning all facets of making a living from pottery.
She has been teaching pottery in Switzerland at an adult education school for 4 years before immigrating to Australia in 1988.
In 1992 she opened her own pottery studio with adjoining art gallery in the Channon where she made a living as a potter and gallery owner for 8 yrs.
After the sale of the gallery Claudia studied and then worked as an Art Therapist and only recently through one of her clients found her way back to clay.
Now still working as a part time art therapist and without the pressures of having to make a living from clay she enjoys sharing her knowledge with others in a relaxed and supportive environment.
“Looking forward sharing some creative and playful time with you.†Claudia :-)
Wishing you all a very happy, joyous and peaceful year!
Dear All
PS if you require Vet-Fee​-help you would have to apply asap as there will be changes next year and Vet courses no longer receive that kind of help. This is the reason Ikon likes to start already on the 15th of December 16 so that people who do start now, can receive this financial support.
See the link below and don’t hesitate to contact them directly for more information.