Art Therapist

WorkspaceOnline (where professionally appropriate)Client's home (where suitable)Therapist's clinic or private practiceSchoolsHospitals or medical facilities (where applicable)Wellness centres Freelance / Contract Role Overview We are seeking a qualified Art Therapist to provide creative art therapy interventions to children, adolescents, and families experiencing emotional, psychological, or developmental challenges. Using art-based processes, you will support clients in expressing themselves and developing emotional resilience.

Key Responsibilities
Assess clients' therapeutic needs and develop art therapy treatment plans Facilitate individual and group art therapy sessions Use art-based techniques to support emotional regulation, trauma processing, and self-expression Work with children with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and learning difficulties Engage parents and families in the therapeutic process Write professional session notes and progress reports Collaborate with psychologists, OTs, and educators Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Art Therapy or a related creative arts therapy field Valid DHA, DOH, or MOHAP licence (or eligibility to obtain) Minimum 2 years post-qualification art therapy experience Membership in a recognised art therapy professional body preferred Preferred Qualifications Experience with ASD, trauma, or anxiety in children Knowledge of Jungian, psychodynamic, or integrative art therapy approaches UAE Licensing Requirements This role requires a valid UAE healthcare professional licence issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), or Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant licence before providing services. Licensing requirements must comply with UAE regulations. UAE Visa & Work Eligibility Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following: Own UAE Employment Visa Green Visa Freelance Permit Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility Any other valid UAE work authorisation Required Experience 2+ years art therapy practice Child and adolescent experience preferred Required Skills Art therapy facilitation Therapeutic assessment Trauma-informed practice Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments Competitive session rates Work from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schools Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team Supportive, collaborative working environment Opportunity to build a meaningful private practice in Dubai Simone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels. CompensationEarn 75% commission on all completed and fully paid therapy sessions, intervention programmes, and approved consultation services.
Commission is based on completed appointments that have been paid by the client.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.
Therapists are responsible for maintaining all required professional licences, registrations, insurance, and legal compliance.

About the Company
Simone's Tutoring is a premium home-based educational support company providing tutoring, learning support, early intervention, special educational needs support, therapy partnerships, coaching, and holistic wellbeing services across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain. We deliver personalised, child-centred services in students' homes, online, and in schools while collaborating with qualified professionals from multiple disciplines. CompensationEarn 75% commission on all completed and fully paid therapy sessions, intervention programmes, and approved consultation services.
Commission is based on completed appointments that have been paid by the client.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.
Therapists are responsible for maintaining all required professional licences, registrations, insurance, and legal compliance.