Workshops
ART
THERAPY: DEFINITION OF THE PROFESSION
Art
Therapy is a human service profession that utilizes art media, images,
the creative art process and patient/client responses to the created products
as reflections of an individual's development, abilities, personality,
interests, concerns and conflicts. Art Therapy practice is based on knowledge
of human developmental and psychological theories which are implemented
in the full spectrum of models of assessment and treatment including educational,
psychodynamic, cognitive, transpersonal and other therapeutic means of
reconciling emotional conflicts, fostering self-awareness, developing
social skills, managing behavior, solving problems, reducing anxiety,
aiding reality orientation and increasing self-esteem. Art Therapy is
an effective treatment for the developmentally, medically, educationally,
socially, or psychologically impaired; and is practiced in mental health,
rehabilitation, medical, educational, and forensic institutions. Populations
of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds are served by art therapists
in individual, couples, family, and group therapy formats. Educational,
professional and ethical standards for art therapists are regulated by
The American Art
Therapy Association, Inc. The Art
Therapy Credentials Board Inc., an independent organization, grants
postgraduate supervised experience. The Registered Art Therapist who successfully
completes the written examination administered by the Art Therapy Credentials
Board is qualified as Board Certified (ATR-BC), a credential requiring
maintenance through Continuing Education credits.
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The
Inward Eye
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Schoenholtz, ATR-BC
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