Olivia Sledge is an art therapist in training, currently completing her Master’s degree at the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy (CiiAT).

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She supports children, youth, and adults through art therapy as they navigate emotional, developmental, and life challenges. Areas of support include emotional regulation, anxiety, self-esteem, social-emotional development, and behavioural concerns. She also works with individuals with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence, adapting the art therapy process to their individual strengths and needs.

 

She has specialized training in helping individuals navigate chronic illness, long-term medical diagnoses, pediatric palliative care experiences, and grief. In addition to the children themselves, she has supported parents and caregivers experiencing stress, burnout, and the emotional complexities of caring for a child with developmental, emotional, or medical needs.

 

As an art therapist, she uses creative and experiential approaches adapted to each client's developmental stage, individual needs, and strengths. Her work is informed by attachment, developmental, and humanistic perspectives, as well as the Expressive Therapies Continuum and neurosequential principles.

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Through art-making and creative exploration, clients can develop emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, strengthen self-esteem, and explore feelings and experiences in ways that may feel more accessible than words alone.

Her services are best suited to children, youth, and adults who can benefit from supportive art therapy. Through art therapy, clients can develop skills to express and manage emotions, cope with life challenges, build self-awareness, and strengthen their self-esteem. Art therapy is not a substitute for neuropsychological evaluations or specialized psychiatric care when these services are required.

 

Olivia offers services in both English and French.

 

Olivia is accompanied in sessions by her trained service dog, who is present to support her. While friendly and calm, the dog is not used as part of therapy and will remain by Olivia’s side throughout the session.