James D. West MA
is an Art Psychotherapist
who is HCPC and BAAT Registered.
I’m James D. West, an HCPC and BAAT registered Art Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working in private practice, the NHS, and community settings. My work is rooted in the belief that creativity can be a powerful tool for healing, self-understanding, and growth.
Art therapy is open to everyone, regardless of artistic skill. Through drawing, painting or three-dimensional work, you can explore feelings, gain insight, and work through challenges in a safe and supportive space. I offer individual and group therapy, supervision, training, workshops, and staff support.
Alongside my practice, I write and publish widely in the field of art psychotherapy, and I share reflections and resources on my blog. My practice is based in Blackheath, Greenwich, South East London, and I welcome you to get in touch if you’d like to explore whether art therapy could be a way forward for you.
What Our Clients Say
You encourage deep self-reflection, which makes a lastingimpact.Your use of psychotherapy models, combined with practical goal setting exerciseshelped me connect with my ‘why’ on a much deeper level’
Sarah
– ‘Michelle has a ‘light’ way of allowing you to think about ‘heavy’ stuff that
dominates your thoughts and actions. After a conversation with her you feel lighter,
empowered and raring to go to achieve your weekly goals’
Charlotte
‘Michelle has an amazing way of making you feel at ease from the moment
you meet her. She is kind, caring and understanding and most of all non-
judgemental’
Nicola
‘You guide people on a journey of discovery that empowers them to take ownership of their own journey’
Claire
‘Michelle cares about people and genuinely wants people to love and be the best versions of themselves’
Suzanne
‘ Michelle listens without judgement, her whole self is focussed on the
person speaking, its so validating as it makes people feel heard’
Catherine
‘ Michelle made me realise that when you want something enough then
everything is possible’