Empowering Through the Arts
Cultivating Creativity and Connection
Creativity for Wellbeing, Connection, and Change
At ID Derby CIC, we believe creativity belongs to everyone.
We offer Arts Therapies and Creative Wellbeing initiatives that support mental health, emotional wellbeing, inclusion, and community connection through the transformative power of the arts.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to creating accessible and inclusive spaces where individuals can express themselves freely, build confidence, process experiences, and feel a sense of belonging.
We view creative expression and art-making as a fundamental human right — not a privilege.
Our neurodivergent-informed and trauma-aware approach recognises the importance of being seen, understood, and valued for who you are. Through therapeutic and creative practice, we support children, young people, adults, and communities to reconnect with themselves and others in meaningful and empowering ways.
What Our Therapy Can Support With
At ID Derby CIC, we offer creative and therapeutic support for children, young people, adults, and families. Our neurodivergent-informed and trauma-aware approach can support individuals experiencing:
- Anxiety and overwhelm
- Low mood and depression
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Stress and burnout
- Neurodivergent burnout
- Autism and ADHD related challenges
- Sensory processing difficulties
- School anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)
- Low self-esteem and confidence
- Identity and self-expression
- Social communication difficulties
- Friendship and relationship challenges
- Trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Attachment difficulties
- Grief and loss
- Bullying experiences
- Isolation and loneliness
- Anger and frustration
- Behavioural challenges
- Family breakdown or change
- Masking and emotional exhaustion
- Selective mutism and communication anxiety
- Life transitions and change
- Creative expression and self-discovery
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Building resilience and coping strategies
We Also Support
- Neurodivergent children, young people, and adults
- Children with additional needs
- Young carers
- Care-experienced young people
- Alternative provision students
- Individuals struggling in mainstream education settings
- Parents and families seeking therapeutic support
- Schools and organisations looking for wellbeing interventions
Our Principles
Our core Principles, what we base our work by we are Proud to say;
We celebrate Inclusivity and Diversity
We are Honest and Ethical
Financially Responsible
Eco-Friendly and Sustainable
Visionary
Safe
Focused Support
At ID Derby CIC, many of our therapists and staff identify as neurodivergent themselves. This lived experience is not something we see as separate from our work — it is part of the strength, empathy, creativity, and understanding we bring into every therapeutic relationship.
Our team understands that neurodivergence is not something to be “fixed”. Instead, we recognise and support the unique ways individuals experience the world, communicate, process emotions, learn, and connect with others.
Because many of our practitioners have personal insight into autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory differences, and other neurodivergent experiences, we are able to create therapeutic spaces that feel safer, more accepting, and genuinely understanding.
Within the therapy world, this is part of our specialism.
We understand that traditional approaches do not always work for neurodivergent individuals. That is why we offer creative, flexible, and person-centred therapeutic approaches that honour each individual’s needs, strengths, identity, and way of being.
Our Vision
The id Derby vision paints a beautiful tapestry of a world where every soul is cherished and valued, where every voice resonates with purpose, every concern is embraced with empathy, and every need is met through imaginative, person-centered approaches that ignite the spirit. The incredible, transformative power of therapeutic arts as a catalyst for nurturing recovery, resilience, and a profound sense of well-being that touches the heart and soul.
We are dedicated to ensuring you tread the path that resonates with your true self, as we seek to provide a service that is compassionate and creative.
Imagine what your journey with us could unfold like, where our values shine brightly with a promise that resonates deep within your spirit.