A deep dive into young male friendships, mental health, sexuality, and self-identity in post-pandemic 2022.
Therapeutic Theatre
Anne has a warm, calm and present energy that makes children feel safe, seen and free to express themselves. Both my children (one teen and one under 10) loved doing her classes and I always felt they came away inspired and nourished from each class.
- Alexandra, parent
Anne Gollan has worked with our family for over four years. From the start, she built a trusting and deeply therapeutic connection with our daughter, creating a safe space for growth and understanding. Her ability to recognize and articulate the complexities of a child’s inner world – and help bridge that understanding into real-world change – was invaluable. Beyond her work with our daughter, Anne supported our whole family, offering insight and guidance that helped us navigate challenges and create lasting positive change. With her professionalism, intuition, and genuine care, she made a meaningful impact on our lives.
- Ava, parent
Anne’s work with our young child has been amazing, she is intuitive, genuine, caring and insightful. We came to Anne after trying many alternatives. Anne is able to bring things to the surface, be it feelings, struggles or challenges, where we have not been able to.
She does this by building strong and nurturing connections whilst using art, craft and play to create an environment where our child is able to be her authentic self. We highly recommend Anne and appreciate all of the strategies and deeper understanding that she has provided to us.
- Beck, parent
Anne’s therapy sessions have profoundly impacted my life. Thanks to her, I’ve experienced immense personal growth. She has helped me explore parts of myself I never thought possible and provided me with the tools to navigate life and reach my fullest potential. I will be forever grateful.
- Casey, client
It is rare to come across an individual whose work leaves such a lasting impact on both the hearts and minds of young people. As a drama therapist and teacher, Anne has consistently demonstrated her unparalleled ability to blend the worlds of therapeutic support and creative expression in a way that empowers students to confront their emotions, share their stories, and grow in profound ways.
- Dr Mark Eckersley, Arts Learning Leader, Santa Maria College
I have witnessed Anne’s work with children of all ages, and I see an experienced and deeply caring practitioner who brings both creativity and psychological practice to her work. Anne provides a safe place for young people, where they are able to express their reflections, concerns and excitements and then turn these into ideas that can be expressed. It is rare and exciting to be so engaged in theatre settings where the works have been co-created by young people.
- Jess Wilson, artist with a practice in image-based theatre and child participative art
I congratulate you for the gift you give these students by giving them a voice, mentoring them and believing in them. Kudos.
- Joan Rock, Principal, Santa Maria College
Anne is one of the most important humans in my daughter’s therapy world. The connection that she has created with her in a safe, warm, supportive space has been amazing. Truly blessed to watch my daughter grow and flourish in so many areas.
