Finding a voice through creative expression
Art Therapy at Unique State is facilitated and shaped with from lived experience and
backgrounds in visual arts. Each session values the use of materials and play, highlighting and understanding the importance of creative well-being and art for health.
Our Story
U/S was established in 2022 by Elaine Sullivan (Camlin), initially launched under the Renew Wagga framework. With guidance and support from Eastern Riverina Arts, this allowed us to move away from a bag on wheels to offer art therapy and develop community-driven programs in a dedicated space.
In 2025, we launched Unique State in our new artist studio. Our studio is a place to call home, a place to collaborate, communicate and create. We provide a safe space to celebrate creative wellness, and explore Creative Arts Therapy.
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U/S Programs
Building Blocks
A peer group supporting young NDIS participants to build social, imaginative and creative skills with genuine Lego. Explore weekly themes and challenges and learn to work together and independently.
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Sessions:
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combine structured and independent play.
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encourage participants to share their creations with peers.
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foster individual and group interests.
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provide the building blocks for social communication.
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Building Blocks is more than a social group, and combines U/S art therapy values: participant lead and finding a voice through Lego.
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Ratio: 1:5
When: During school terms
Monday: 4.15pm - 5.15pm (Teens)
Tuesday: 3.45pm - 4.45pm (Kids) FULL
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*Returning participants have priority, we have limited capacity for Term 3 2026. If you would like further information or to join our waitlist please contact U/S.
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Confirmation of place is secured once service agreements have been signed. NDIS funds can be allocated from Capacity Building or Core.
Drawn Together
Peer groups fostering creative exploration with printmaking and drawing techniques, materials and methods.
Sessions:
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combine social engagement with skills development.
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are developed based on the interests of the group.
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explore participants identity by providing space an guidance to develop their own imagery.
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encourage play, build confidence and explore sensory resistance.
Drawn Together are structured and tutored groups that provide a safe space to explore and find a voice through visual arts.
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Ratio: 1:6
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When: During school terms
Tuesday: 10am -12pm (Adults) FULL
Thursday: 4pm - 5pm (Teens)
Friday: 3.45pm - 4.45pm (Kids) FULL
*Returning participants have priority, we have limited capacity for Term 3 2026. If you would like further information or to join our waitlist please contact U/S.​
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Register your interest in Drawn Together. Confirmation of place is secured once invoice is paid or service agreement has been signed. NDIS funds can be allocated from Capacity Building or Core.
Community Groups | 1:1
Private and NDIS capacity available for art therapy sessions. Development of program based on the individual needs and goals of participants.
Current services include:
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ongoing or short-term group sessions for community organisations, schools and disability services.
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1:1 and small group sessions available for NDIS participants and private clients.
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Mentoring to build professional visual arts practices.
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Transitions to our workshops and classes.
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NDIS participants are actively welcomed to all programs offered at U/S. Contact us to discuss your needs.
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Register your interest in Creative Art Therapy, discuss a community/ school project or contact us to seek further information.
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U/S VALUES
Unique State: an original impression unlike any other.
A place to collaborate, communicate and create.
A safe space to explore Creative Arts Therapy.
Facilitated by an artist/ art therapist to foster creative well-being.
Connecting with community to explore printmaking with peers.
SAFE & INCLUSIVE SPACE
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Participant lead.
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Supportive, non-judgemental environment.
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No expert skills in art required.
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Making authentic connections.
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A safe space to thrive and learn to be creative!
PERSONAL GROWTH
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Facilitating creative well-being.
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Using art processes to explore feelings & experiences.
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Support with transitional periods & emotional regulation.
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Contributing to a sense of belonging & identity.
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ARTS BASED APPROACH
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Fostering creative play and exploration.
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Access to printmaking, drawing, painting, clay, craft and Lego based sessions.
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Play based approach to materials
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Facilitated by a trained artist & art therapist.
CREATIVE COMMUNICATION
Exploring creative language assisting to:
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express personal needs, values, strengths and interests.
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finding a voice for self-expression through art.
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Communicating through art materials.
MEET OUR ART THERAPIST
Elaine Sullivan (Camlin) AThR
Elaine is a practicing exhibiting artist with extensive experience working in and with community, she has experience working with children in foster care, working with artists at The Art Factory: Supported Studio, multicultural communities, in education systems, and fostering creativity for young families through the Young at HeART program at Wagga Wagga Art Gallery.
Elaine has a keen interest in supporting neurodivergent children and teenagers and facilitates programs that provide an inclusive space for participants accessing the NDIS. Unique State brings together her interests in community, connection and creativity.
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​Elaine's art practice values mark-making as a meditative activity, with regular creativity helping to regulate the fluctuations of life.
VALUING BEST PRACTICE & PARTICIAPANT SAFETY
Elaine holds the following qualifications:
- Bachelor of Visual Arts, ANU School of Art
- Bachelor of Arts (Visual and Performing) (Honours),CSU
- Masters of Therapeutic Arts Practice, MIECAT Institute
Elaine is a current professional member of the Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association (ANZACATA), the peak professional body representing creative arts therapists in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia/Pacific region.
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Elaine holds current certifications:
- Working with Children and National Police Check
- Neurodiversity Affirming Arts Therapy Practice with Autistic Clients
- NDIS 'Quality, Safety and You' Worker Module
- Australian Psychological Society NDIS for Allied Health Professionals
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Mental Health Crisis Support
- Provide First Aid