Welcome to Cape Breton Art Therapy! 

Cape Breton Art Therapy

Ryan Robson, RCAT, RCT (Registered Canadian Art Therapist, Registered Counselling Therapist)

I offer trauma-informed art therapy for children, youth, and adults in Cape Breton.

Through creative methods, we explore emotional experiences, build regulation skills, and support healing, connection, and personal growth.

Available services

• One-on-one art therapy (all ages)

• Parent/child art therapy

• Group art therapy sessions

• School & Community- based art therapy projects

• Painted Pathways Community Mural Projects

If you are interested in exploring art therapy, I invite you to reach out, capebretonarttherapy@gmail.com

Who I work with

I work with children, youth, and adults seeking greater well-being, resilience, and self-awareness.

Much of my work supports people navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges through creative expression and therapeutic connection.

Art therapy can also be preventative—supporting emotional insight, coping skills, and new ways of expression that strengthen long-term well-being.

Art Therapy Services

Individual Art Therapy
Individual sessions using art-making and reflection to support emotional exploration, insight, and healing, tailored to each person’s needs and goals.

Parent–Child Art Therapy
A caregiver-supported approach where I guide connection, regulation, and communication through shared creative work.

Group Art Therapy
Creative group sessions focused on connection, expression, and exploring self and relationships through art.

School & Community Projects
Collaborative projects designed to support well-being, emotional resilience, and community connection through creativity.

Painted Pathways
Interactive painted outdoor spaces that transform walkways into creative, sensory environments that support movement, play, and connection.