“I cannot believe the improvement that Art Therapy and BCAT have made for my son who has Aspergers Syndrome. He has had tremendous improvement after attending the Art Therapy sessions and as a result, he is now attending a mainstream school as opposed to a special school! THANK YOU BCAT.”
Mother of 13 year old ASD client
“A is non-verbal and has been having Dance Movement sessions for 4 years. She really enjoys exploring the dance music. She expresses her emotion through body language, vocalisations and movement. These sessions have become a very vital part of her weekly routine. Her ability to communicate with others has greatly improved, as has her relationship with her father and myself.”
Mother of young girl client with severe Physical and Learning Difficulties
“J, D and R who suffer from severe Autism have been accessing Music Therapy sessions for a few years. It is noticeable that when they have finished each session, they are far more focussed and relaxed than is ever usual. The session has helped with their sensory needs, eye and hand co-ordination and social interaction. Their sessions are not only beneficial within the therapy context, but also considerably affects their everyday living for the better and gives them a quality of life which we have difficulty in otherwise providing.”
Deputy Manager of Residential Home for Autistic Adults
“After having Drama Therapy sessions, I feel that it is easier to express myself better i.e. other ways than speaking. I have found out my strengths and weaknesses through the activities and can now act on them in the community. Now, I am able to share my emotions and feelings openly and honestly. It is possible for me to see things from a different perspective and I am more sensitive to others emotions and feelings. I feel this is the best kind of treatment I have received so far with very good consistency.”
Personal account from a Service User of a Mental Health Day Centre
