Creative Arts Therapies Space CIC (CATS)

Who is this for?

Anyone above the age of 5 that is searching to have mental health and wellbeing support through art, music or drama therapy.

Description

Creative Arts Therapies Space (CATS) is a community interest company offering accessible, affordable, and creative psychotherapy in Edinburgh.

Our collective of HCPC registered art, music, and drama therapists provides space for people to explore emotions, self-expression, and connection in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Alongside therapy, CATS runs community arts programmes and creative wellbeing workshops, supporting local artists and initiatives through low-cost space hire and community-funded projects.

How do I access this?

• Self referral

You can self-refer using our online form: Referral Form

To learn more about the process: Referral Process

Is there a cost?

• £40 – Reduced Rate
• £50 – Students and Underemployed
• £60 – Standard Rate

We also offer Time-Limited Therapy (12 sessions, pay-what-you-can, suggested £20) starting January 2026, ideal for those needing more accessible options.

Location information

Our building is on the ground floor. While CATS aims to be inclusive and welcoming, there are two small steps between reception and the therapy rooms, and doorways have limited turning space (approx. 71 cm). A ramp can be provided.

We are actively working toward greater physical accessibility in future developments.

Getting to CATS

• We’re easy to reach by public transport:
• Montgomery Street stop (Easter Road): Buses 35 and 1 — about a 3-minute walk.
• Brunton Place stop (London Road): Buses 4, 5, 19, 34, 45, 253 — around 5 minutes’ walk.
• Abbeyhill stop: Same buses as Brunton Place and Buses 15 and 26 — roughly 6 minutes’ walk.
• McDonald Road tram stop: About a 12-minute walk.

If you’re unsure which route works best, drop us a note and we’ll help you find the simplest way in.

Parking: Parking in the area can be limited and not free of cost. Free parking is usually available at Meadow Bank Shopping Centre for anyone using their facilities, buying a bottle of water from sainsburys for example, (about a 10-minute walk) for up to 4 hours.

Opening times

Monday – Friday: at differing times for each therapist. Let us know your availability and we will work alongside you.

Weekends: We host community workshops and wellbeing events which are advertised via our website and social media.