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 children & young people (between the ages of 4 and 25) and adults around them (parents, carers and professionals) as well as with vulnerable  adults in various settings.
I offered therapy, supervision, consultation, training and workshops individuals in the community, to parents/cares and various professionals in schools (mainstream and EBD schools) and to therapeutic residential care.
I am particularly interested in the areas of
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  • 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 and membership

​I am a state registered art psychotherapist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) and with Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), as well as a full member of the British Association for Art Therapists (BAAT). I abide these Code of Ethics and Professional Practice.
In order to offer a safe and effective practice, I also:
  • Have a 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.