Art Therapy

as an Alternative Treatment

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Art therapy is an alternative
treatment method that psychologists
are increasingly taking note of in
their practices.

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The foundation of art therapy is the
use of art and the creative process
to facilitate healing and a sense of
wellness in those seeking mental
healing and treatment.

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This kind of therapy is used as an
adjunct therapy with a broad
spectrum of populations.

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Children, adolescents, adults and
elders can all benefit from the
artistic self-expression principles
involved in this discipline.

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Art therapy has been shown to be
effective in the treatment of a vast
array of mental disorders such as
anxiety, Depression, domestic
violence, trauma, addiction, grief
and psychosocial problems related
to medical conditions.

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A wide variety of settings facilitate
the use of art therapy including
wellness centers, private practices,
hospitals, shelters and schools.

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The mediums of painting, sculpture,
collage and drawing are common
visual tools used in the process of
art therapy.
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Some therapists have broadened
their practice of art therapy to
include other artistic expressions
such as dance, writing, photography,
music and film.

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These alternative forms of creativity
offer opportunities for growth and
transformation similar to the mixed
arts that are more traditionally used
in the practice of creative therapy.

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The Art Therapy Credentials Board
(ATCB) offers registration and board
certification for therapists interested
in this specialization.

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A Registered Art Therapist (ATR), in
addition to post-graduate studies,
must complete supervised post-
graduate clinical hours.
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Once an individual becomes an ATR,
they may take a written examination
that qualifies them to become board
certified (ATR-BC).

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Several diagnostic tools have been
developed to assist art therapists in
clinical and research settings.

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The Diagnostic Drawing Series and
the Levick Emotional and Cognitive
Art Therapy Assessment are
examples.

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Creative therapy strives to improve
self-esteem, reduce stress, achieve
personal insights and resolve
conflicts.

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Therapists who use this form of
therapy are commonly trained in
personality theory, psychology,
family systems, human development
and art studies.

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This extensive educational
background gives therapists the
tools to facilitate growth and healing
among patients.

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