Young Entrepreneur
Company: NEFELES - Visual Arts and Art Therapy Center
Description:
Lenia Georgiou is a pioneering figure in the field of art therapy in Cyprus. Her educational background includes a BA in Fine Arts from Kingston University of London and an MA in Art Therapy from Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera in Milan. Her multifaceted approach has not only brought significant advancements to mental health care but has also inspired a broader cultural appreciation for the healing power of art. She founded "Nefeles," the first Arts and Art Therapy Center in Cyprus, which provides individual and group therapy sessions. This center has become a sanctuary for individuals facing various challenges, including mental disorders, autism, and trauma. Her commitment to enhancing mental health care through art therapy underscores her potential to influence policy and create lasting change in the well-being of individuals and communities.Lenia's innovative therapeutic programs have also earned acclaim within the mental health community, highlighting her as a leader and innovator.Her ability to think creatively is reflected in her diverse artistic practices and her tailored approach to therapy, which often involves creating custom programs for specific populations, such as mental health patients or individuals recovering from trauma. She has built strong partnerships with schools, museums, and other organization ensuring that the benefits of art therapy reach as many people as possible, creating a supportive network that champions mental health and well-being.