Art as Therapy: Bringing mindful creativity into session

Course overview

Art making has always been present for self-healing and self-expression. The ability to use creativity to express emotion, tell a story, or relax is well documented in research. When using art as therapy, it is much more complex than simply providing art supplies in session. It is important to learn and understand the difference between art therapy as a certified practice, and art as therapy as an intervention tool for clinicians to use with their clients. We will explore the difference, and how to effectively use creativity while taking ethical concerns into consideration, as well as practice a mindful intervention to bring into your own sessions.