Supporting young musicians beyond music
Learning music is not only about technique and performance.
For many children and teenagers it also involves emotions — confidence, motivation, stage anxiety, pressure before performances, and adapting to new environments.
At our school, emotional support is available as an optional additional service, designed to help students feel safe, confident, and supported while developing both musically and personally.
Oksana Papeta
Psychologist & Art Therapist
Oksana is a psychologist and art therapist with over 18 years of professional experience in clinical, crisis, and integrative psychology. She has worked internationally in Sweden, Poland, the United Kingdom, and Northern Ireland, and holds UK professional certification in healthcare and crisis online counselling.
She specialises in working with trauma, chronic stress, and psychosomatic conditions, and is known for creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive space that encourages recovery, resilience, and self-exploration.
Oksana is also the founder and project lead of Seeds of Hope — a creative therapeutic initiative supporting Ukrainian children and families affected by war and displacement, recognised as a finalist at the Fantastic for Families Awards 2024.
How Emotional Support Can Help
Emotional support is available upon request and may include:
Individual sessions supporting children and teenagers
Art therapy sessions through creative expression
Support with performance anxiety and emotional challenges
Guidance during periods of stress, change, or adaptation
Parent consultations and supportive guidance, if needed
This optional service is offered as an additional resource for families who feel their child may benefit from emotional support alongside their musical education.