Products for psychologists
lis.strations can help visualise the working mechanisms behind your practice to your clients in form of adorable cartoons and illustrations.
Why visual science communication as means to explain psychology?
Welcome to a new way of communicating psychology, where visuals bring clarity and warmth to the science behind mental health. I create tailored illustrations and cartoons to help psychologists convey complex concepts, from therapeutic techniques to mental health conditions, in a way that clients can easily understand and relate to. These visuals demystify topics like cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment styles, and mindfulness, making it easier for clients to engage actively in their treatment. By normalising mental health conversations and breaking down intimidating concepts, visuals can build knowledge and trust surrounding psychology. Research shows that we process images faster than text, so using visuals means clients grasp key insights quickly, allowing psychologists to bridge knowledge gaps and make treatment feel more approachable.
Psychology Cartoons
and Illustrations
I want to support you with customised illustrations that seamlessly integrate into your practice. These can include engaging visuals for your website, for instance, explaining therapeutic methods or psychological concepts in an approachable way. Cartoon prints could beavailable for display in waiting rooms or therapy spaces, offering relatable and educational visuals that may spark open conversations. Moreover, illustrations can support therapeutic materials, from handouts explaining mental health conditions to exercises for practicing new skills or techniques. Whether it’s through humor, empathy, or clear visuals, these images work to break down complex ideas, reduce stigma, and make therapy feel accessible and inclusive—bringing a unique, personal touch to every stage of client care.
Potential products:
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visual explanations of work process and theories behind your work
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illustrations for websites or information material
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illustrations for the face behind your practice
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individualised cartoons to emphasise an aspect of your work
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prints of cartoons explaining psychology to your clients
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flyers or postcards explaining your work to your clients
Examples
of projects for practicing psychologists
headstart coaching | LOOVANZ resilience concept
For her business Headstart Coaching, systemic coach and trainer Diana needed a clear, engaging visual to explain the LOOVANZ framework that guides her resilience coaching. This concept, which highlights seven key aspects of resilience, is central to her approach. Through a custom illustration, these seven elements came to life, offering clients a relatable and easily understandable view of resilience-building—making each aspect feel accessible and personal.
lis.strations | psychology cartoons
Originally, lis.strations began as a creative outlet on Instagram during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing me to process the experience through a personal and psychological lens. Today, the account has grown into a collection of cartoons covering a wide array of psychological topics. Here, you’ll find cartoons specifically crafted to explore and illuminate concepts in psychology:
psychology explained
from the life of a PhD student
psychology and the pandemic
You can find these and more on my Instagram, @lis.strations !
For my own dissertation, I chose to create cartoons as a way to summarize and share my research, making it accessible to non-academic audiences—like my own family! Through these cartoons, I break down the core theories, methodologies, and findings of my work. I even illustrated myself as a guide, leading readers through each section of the dissertation. This visual approach invites people outside of academia to engage with complex ideas in a friendly and understandable way.
You can find the whole dissertation here.