About Us

I am an HCPC-registered art psychotherapist (registered as Sau Man Lau). In addition to my art therapy training, I also have a Master of Applied Psychology and several years of experience supporting children's emotional well-being in schools, including working as an art psychotherapist in a primary school. This experience continues to influence and inspire me.  Growing up between cultures taught me a deep appreciation for how identity shapes our inner world and how critical it is for everyone in our community to feel safe, seen, and accepted. I am passionate about using art to create spaces where that kind of trust and exploration can take place, at a pace that is comfortable for everyone.

I am a trainee art psychotherapist and assistant SENDCo, with a background that started in Psychology during my undergraduate studies. I’ve always been interested in the connection between how we think and how we express ourselves, and I find that art often provides a helpful bridge when words don’t feel like enough. Through my SEND work, I’ve come to value how important it is for support to be accessible and inclusive. I believe that having a space to be creative can make psychological well-being feel less daunting and more approachable. For me, the most important thing is that we foster a community environment where people feel safe to explore their own experiences through art and connection.

As a member of the team at The Holding Palette CIC, I bring over 15 years of experience in public service and the management of community infrastructure. While my colleagues lead on the therapeutic delivery of our programmes, my role focuses on providing the strategic governance and policy expertise necessary to ensure our services are sustainably rooted within the community. With a Master of Arts in Sports Studies and a career dedicated to the oversight of public services, I have a deep understanding of how robust operational frameworks support social value and community wellbeing. Currently working within a UK local authority, I am passionate about building strong partnerships with stakeholders to ensure our work is both impactful and transparent. I believe that sound governance and clear accountability are the essential foundations for any community project, and I am committed to ensuring the CIC operates with the professional integrity required to help our participants truly thrive.