Marta Perestrello

I am a qualified and state registered Art Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor and the founder of Art Therapy Derby.
I have over 25 years experience of working with both vulnerable children and adults in various settings.
I have been working with children and young people (between the ages of 4 and 18) and adults around them. I offered therapy, supervision, consultation and training to parents and various professionals in therapeutic residential care and in schools (mainstream and EBD schools).

Training

2015- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision- Level 7 (University of Derby)
2009- MA in Art Therapy (University of Derby)
2005- BA in Creative Expressive Therapies (University of Derby)

I am particularly interested in the areas of

• child and brain development,
• mental health in children and young people,
• attachment disorders,
• neuroplasticity,
• the impact of early life trauma, neglect and abuse
• professional and personal development.

Professional registration

I am a HCPC registered art psychotherapist and a full member of the following professional bodies, abiding by their Code of Ethics and Professional Practice.

• Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC)
• Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

In order to offer a safe and effective practice, I also:

• Have an enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Services; previously known as Criminal Record Bureau- CRB) to work with vulnerable children and adults,
• Hold a Professional Indemnity Insurance for my independent practice,
• Attend regular quality clinical supervision,
• Value and invest on my personal and emotional self-care,
• Engage in relevant and up to date professional development training and courses,
• Keep up to date with relevant policies for working with vulnerable children and adults.