Welcome to
Hope Art Therapy
Peterborough Mental Health and Counselling Services for Personal Growth, Emotional Well-Being, and Creative Exploration
If you can't find an appointment space available, please get in touch and I will help you to find a time that works best for you.
Where creativity
meets healing.
At Hope Art Therapy, we believe in the transformative power of art to support mental health and personal growth. Our approach helps you express emotions, overcome challenges, process trauma, and discover inner peace. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, unresolved issues, or seeking self-improvement, our supportive environment encourages self-discovery through creative exploration.
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I am pleased to share that I am a qualified Neurographica Specialist. This practice uses specific art techniques and guided reflection to promote personal growth and a deeper understanding of self. It can help reduce negative emotions and increase feelings of balance and well-being.
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You do not need to be an artist. All that is required is a willingness to
make marks on paper. Join us today and begin your journey toward healing, hope, and emotional wellness.
"The first step is the hardest"
But thats all it takes to start your journey
Specialties & Experties
SELF-CARE
Self-esteem and confidence issues
SELF REGULATION
Menopause, changes in quality of life, feelings
and emotions
LIFE ISSUES
Environmental anxiety, social media effects, future driven anxiety
AGING ISSUES
Menopause, changes in quality of life, feelings and
emotions
PRE & POST NATAL CARE
Maternal and paternal support
ATTACHMENT ISSUES
Attachment issues in children and adults
MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES
Anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, etc.
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
Couples of any kind, family concerns
Discover Healing and Wellness Through Counselling and Creative Therapy in Peterborough
Individuals
Whether you are navigating challenges, exploring self discovery, or seeking a safe space to create and heal, we are here to support each individual on their journey. Everyone is welcome, and all backgrounds, experiences, and stories are valued.
Children & Young Adults
Children and young adults need guidance, empathy, and consistent support to grow and thrive. Therapy helps them understand emotions, build confidence, and develop resilience while strengthening healthy family connections.
Couples
Relationships can be complex, and every season brings new challenges. Whether you’re rebuilding trust, navigating conflict, or adjusting to life transitions, Hope Art Therapy is here to guide you and your partner toward understanding and healing.
New Beginnings
We welcome all individuals, including those with prior involvement in the justice system. Everyone has the ability to grow and change, and Hope Art Therapy is here to offer support, understanding, and a safe space for healing.
Struggling with mental
health? You’re not alone.
Discover how therapeutic support can guide you towards wellness.
At our Peterborough clinic, we believe in a compassionate, personalized approach to mental health. Through on-going learning, education and experience a humanistic approach towards your growth and development is emphasized. Your journey to wellness is unique and that’s why we are committed to providing you with the tools and support you need to navigate it successfully.
Ms. Penny Hope, M.A.
(C.C.P.), P.C.A.T., C.R.P.0.
Hope Art Therapy in Peterborough, ON, led by Penny (Registered Psychotherapist, supervised by Dr. Pati Beaudoin, Registered Psychologist), provides a safe and creative space for individuals, couples, and families to explore personal growth, connection, and emotional well-being.
With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Penny integrates humanist, Gestalt, Buddhist, and psychoanalytic approaches to support clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and other mental health concerns.
Her compassionate and approachable nature fosters trust, encouraging self-expression and healing through art. Believing in every client’s potential for growth, Penny helps people navigate life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and rediscover balance in a world full of sensory and emotional demands.
