Podcast Episode 5: Exploring Art Therapy, Trauma, and Climate Change - An Eco-Informed Approach with Rob Gray
1 July 2026
Main Topics Covered:
The eco-informed approach to mental health care and trauma work
How art therapy uncovers unconscious trauma related to natural disasters and climate change
The role of epigenetics and transgenerational resilience in mental health
The importance of holistic, client-centered practice over strict research frameworks
Training opportunities and accessible pathways to becoming a certified art therapist
In this episode:
Rob Gray shares his unique approach to art therapy that integrates ecological thinking and trauma-informed care
The conversation explores how climate anxiety manifests and is processed through creative expression
Insights into how ancestral and epigenetic factors influence reactions to environmental stressors
Rob discusses the limitations of evidence-based research in capturing the complexity of unconscious trauma
Practical advice on listening to clients rather than relying solely on research, emphasizing patience and presence in therapy
Information about Rob’s affordable and flexible training programs at the College of Educational and Clinical Art Therapy
The significance of enjoying the therapeutic process and honouring personal wisdom and community connection
Rob Gray’s College of Educational and Clinical Art Therapy (CCAT)
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Eco-informed mental health therapy recognises the profound connection between our environment and our mental well-being. In a rapidly changing world, it emphasises the importance of integrating ecological, economic, political, social, cultural and health challenges into therapeutic practices. By understanding how environmental factors influence mental health, we can cultivate resilience and foster a deeper sense of connection to both ourselves and the planet. Join us in innovative approaches that promote healing and sustainability for a healthier future.