Introduction to Art Therapy

Learner hours: 15

Introduction to Art Therapy: Wellbeing - Workshop 1

The theme for this day is Wellbeing. The day will be an introduction to the idea of how art can have a positive effect on therapeutic wellbeing.

You will be introduced to some of the early pioneers of Art Therapy who noticed the therapeutic qualities of art making through a presentation. There will be an art activity that will help to explore the potential of art making to be personally meaningful.  You will have the opportunity to develop your reflective thinking skills through group discussion and self-reflection.

We will also look at visual artists whose work links with the theme of wellbeing. There will also be case examples to illustrate how Art Therapy has helped the client’s wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes:

• Acquire knowledge of the roots of Art Therapy and be familiar with some of the pioneers of Art Therapy
• To have an introductory understanding of how art can contribute to wellbeing
• Develop an appreciation of the potential of the art process as a means of personal expression and meaning
• To have had opportunities for developing reflective thinking

Introduction to Art Therapy: Therapeutic Relationship in Art Therapy - Workshop 2

This day will introduce the therapeutic relationship in Art Therapy.  Through a short presentation and discussion, we will explore elements that contribute to a helping relationship in individual Art Therapy. You will be invited to explore key elements of therapeutic art therapy relating through experiential exercises, art making, discussions, and looking at visual artists.

Art making will be an integral element in learning about the therapeutic relationship. You will also continue to experience the potential for art making to be meaningful.  You will have the opportunity to develop your reflective thinking skills through group discussion and self-reflection.

Learning outcomes:

• Acquire an introductory understanding of the key concept of the therapeutic relationship in Art Therapy
• Understand, at an introductory level, the role the Art Therapist has to effect change for the client
• To have first-hand experience of the potential of the art process to be meaningful and aid understanding
• To have had opportunities for reflective thinking

Introduction to Art Therapy: Practical Applications of Art Therapy - Workshop 3

This day introduces practical applications of Art Therapy.  Through presentation and discussion, you will find out where Art Therapists might work and with who.  We will also consider the potential benefits and evidence base for Art Therapy. You will be introduced to some of the ways that Art Therapy is offered such as individual, dyadic and group work.  Through art making you will also have the opportunity to explore and consider the qualities of different art materials and how they may benefit a range of clients.

The day will provide you opportunities to explore practical applications of Art Therapy through making art individually and with others, and through group discussion.

Learning outcomes:

• To have an understanding of the diverse scope where Art Therapists work
• To have a basic understanding of individual and group Art Therapy
• To have developed an appreciation of the qualities of different art materials
• To understand the potential of the art process
• To have had opportunities for reflective thinking

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Our address is The School of Creative Arts, College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Herts AL10 9AB.

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Key Staff

Course Tutor

Sasha Amonvatana

Booking deadlines

Bookings for all Creative Arts Short Courses will be reviewed 2 weeks before the start date of each course. This will allow the Short Course team to determine whether a course has met the minimum number of students needed for the class to run. If a class has failed to recruit, the class will be re-scheduled and you will be informed. Where relevant you will be offered an alternative class. If the course has met minimum numbers, bookings will stay open to the course start date or until it has met maximum numbers.

We encourage you to book early before the deadline to avoid disappointment.

Cancellations

If for any reason you change your mind about joining us after you have accepted the offer, you have a legal right to cancel your contract to study with us within 14 days. This cancellation period therefore ends at the end of 14 days after the day on which you accepted our offer. Find further details of our cancellation terms here.