ColourRise for Clinicians & Professionals

A practical, evidence-informed adjunct to therapeutic care.

ColourRise is a structured mindfulness colouring program designed to support emotional regulation, routine and reflective engagement across diverse care settings. It is used as an adjunct, not a replacement, to clinical or therapeutic intervention - enhancing outcomes through calm, accessible, low-barrier participation.

The program is suitable for individual use, facilitated groups or institutional delivery and integrates seamlessly into existing care plans across NDIS, aged care, corrections, mental health services, veteran support and neurodivergent care.

How ColourRise Supports Professional Practice

ColourRise is valued by clinicians because it:

• Requires no artistic skill or cognitive load
• Encourages present-moment focus and emotional grounding
• Supports routine, consistency and self-directed engagement
• Is non-verbal, reducing pressure for participants who struggle with talk-based therapies
• Can be used between sessions, extending therapeutic impact
• Is easy to document as a supportive or therapeutic activity

ColourRise can be introduced as:

• A regulated calming activity
• A reflective tool following sessions
• A weekly structured routine
• A group facilitation resource
• A self-directed wellbeing practice
• Use Within Medicare & NDIS Contexts

NDIS (Item 0112)

ColourRise aligns with NDIS goals relating to:

• Capacity building
• Emotional regulation
• Improved daily routines
• Increased independence

Psychosocial disability support

It may be used by:

• Participants (self-managed, plan-managed or provider-supported)
• Support coordinators
• Psychosocial recovery coaches
• Allied health practitioners
• Disability support workers

ColourRise can be documented as a supportive wellbeing resource, therapeutic adjunct or capacity-building activity, depending on participant goals and professional discretion.

Medicare & Private Practice

For clinicians operating under Medicare or private billing, ColourRise may be:

• Prescribed informally as between-session support
• Used within sessions for grounding or regulation
• Recommended as part of a home-based self-care strategy

Demographic Applications 

NDIS Participants (Item 0112)

ColourRise offers structure, predictability and emotional safety for participants across cognitive, psychosocial and physical disabilities.

The weekly format encourages consistency while allowing autonomy and personal pacing.

Benefits include:

• Reduced overwhelm
• Improved focus and emotional regulation
• Increased engagement with routine
• Non-verbal self-expression

Correctional Facilities

In custodial and community corrections environments, ColourRise provides a constructive, calming outlet that supports emotional regulation, reflection and personal accountability.

Used for:

• Stress reduction
• Behavioural support
• Structured weekly engagement
• Quiet, supervised activity

The program is particularly effective in settings where low-risk, low-resource, non-verbal activities are required.

Aged Care

ColourRise supports older adults through gentle cognitive engagement, reminiscence, and emotional wellbeing - without pressure or performance expectations.

Ideal for:

• Residential aged care
• Home care packages
• Dementia-friendly activities
• Group or one-on-one facilitation

The large-format, calming designs encourage participation even for those with reduced mobility or confidence.

Mental Health (Psychosocial & Clinical)

ColourRise is commonly used alongside therapy for anxiety, depression, PTSD and mood disorders.

Supports include:

• Nervous system regulation
• Grounding during dysregulation
• Reduction in rumination
• Safe emotional processing

Its non-clinical presentation helps participants engage without feeling “treated.”

Veterans & First Responders

ColourRise provides a quiet, non-intrusive way to support emotional decompression and routine - particularly for individuals who may resist talk-based interventions.

Benefits include:

• Stress relief
• Emotional containment
• Private, self-paced reflection
• Support for PTSD-adjacent care plans

Neurodivergent Individuals

ColourRise is highly effective for autistic individuals and those with ADHD or sensory sensitivities.

Why it works:

• Predictable structure
• No demand for verbal communication
• Sensory-soothing repetition
• Supports focus and regulation

The program respects autonomy while encouraging engagement at the participant’s chosen pace.

• Flexible Delivery Options

ColourRise can be delivered as:

• Individual participant downloads
• Monthly subscription programs
• Facilitator-led group sessions
• Institutional licensing (aged care, corrections, community services)
• Licensing options are available for professionals and facilities requiring multi-participant use.

A Thoughtful Addition to Care

ColourRise is not a treatment - it is a supportive tool that enhances care through accessibility, calm and consistency.

It empowers participants while giving professionals a practical, low-administration resource that complements existing frameworks.

How ColourRise Works for Clinicians

A practical, evidence-informed adjunct to care.

ColourRise is a structured, mindfulness-based colouring program designed to support emotional regulation, grounding and non-verbal engagement. It integrates seamlessly into existing therapeutic, psychosocial and support-based frameworks without replacing clinical interventions.

Clinical application at a glance

ColourRise may be used:

• As an adjunct to therapy or support plans
• With individuals or groups
• In-session or between sessions
• Independently by participants or with support workers

It is intentionally low-intensity, low-risk and non-directive.

How clinicians typically use ColourRise

1. Introduce as a regulation or grounding tool

Clinicians introduce ColourRise as a self-regulation resource, particularly for clients who:

• Experience emotional dysregulation
• Become overwhelmed during verbal processing
• Struggle with traditional mindfulness practices
• Are neurodivergent or trauma-affected

No interpretation or emotional disclosure is required.

2. Use during or between sessions

ColourRise can be used:

• At the beginning of sessions to support settling and focus
• During sessions as a grounding anchor
• Between sessions to reinforce regulation strategies and routine

This supports continuity of care without increasing clinical load.

3. Encourage autonomy and self-management

ColourRise promotes:

• Participant choice
• Self-paced engagement
• Independent use outside of clinical time

This aligns with capacity-building, self-management, and NDIS goals.

Why ColourRise works in clinical settings

Evidence-informed foundation

ColourRise draws on established research in:

• Mindfulness-based interventions
• Grounding and sensory regulation
• Creative and non-verbal therapeutic supports

References to supporting evidence are available on our Evidence page.

Trauma-aware and non-directive

• No forced reflection or interpretation
• No exposure-based content
• No requirement to discuss emotions

Clients remain in control at all times.

Accessible across presentations

ColourRise is suitable for:

• Psychosocial disability
• Autism and neurodivergence
• Anxiety and stress-related presentations
• Cognitive or communication challenges
• Aged care and correctional populations

Low clinical risk, high usability

• No specialist training required
• No contraindications when used as intended
• Easily integrated into existing care plans

Clinical boundaries and positioning

To ensure ethical use and clarity:

• ColourRise is not a therapy or treatment
• It does not replace clinical judgement
• It is an adjunct wellbeing support
• Outcomes vary by individual and context

This positioning supports compliance with professional standards and funding requirements.

NDIS and funding alignment

ColourRise may align with NDIS wellbeing and capacity-building supports (including Item 0112) where it supports goals related to:

• Emotional regulation
• Routine and independence
• Self-management strategies

Funding approval is plan-specific and should be confirmed with a plan manager or support coordinator.

Licensing and professional use

Clinicians and facilities require appropriate licensing for:

• Multi-participant use
• Group programs
• Photocopying or distribution

Please refer to our Licensing & Use information for details.

A calm, ethical tool - ready to use

ColourRise offers clinicians a simple, evidence-informed way to support regulation and engagement without adding complexity to practice.

ColourRise for Clinical Use
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Designed as an adjunct • Evidence-informed • Trauma-aware • Clinician-approved positioning