Jo-Anne Knight
Art Psychotherapist and Trauma Specialist
AThR, LLB Laws, BA Arts
About
Jo-Anne is a dedicated Art Psychotherapist with a Master of Therapeutic Arts Practice from The MIECAT Institute in Melbourne, Australia. She brings a unique professional background spanning law, domestic violence counseling, mental health support, and trauma-informed therapeutic practices. With over 20 years of experience, she has specialized in family and criminal law fields, supporting individuals exposed to domestic, sexual, and family violence, managing probation or parole cases, and working alongside NDIS participants.
Jo-Anne’s client-centered approach focuses on resilience-building, recovery, and empowerment while addressing patterns of violence and trauma. Her integrative therapeutic style draws from expressive arts therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices, creating safe and transformative spaces for healing.
Reconnecting Values, Identity, and Self-Worth
Therapeutic Approach
Jo-Anne is passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their values, identity, and self-worth. She works with clients across all age groups and backgrounds, incorporating mindfulness, movement, and breathwork from her extensive yoga studies and certifications into therapy sessions. These practices are seamlessly integrated to support clients in their readiness for deeper self-exploration and healing.
Through creative exploration and therapeutic inquiry, Jo-Anne fosters empowerment and connection, inviting individuals and groups to embark on journeys of self-discovery and transformation. Her practice uses art and mindfulness as powerful tools for change, ensuring a supportive and personalized therapeutic experience.
Beyond Therapy
In her personal time, Jo-Anne enjoys spending quality moments with her young adult children. She also has a deep love for creative pursuits, including weaving baskets from foraged plants and raffia materials—a reflection of her passion for mindfulness and artistry in everyday life.