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| 551. |
Foundations of Art Therapy |
3 |
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This course will introduce the theory, history, principles and practices of art therapy. The interface between art and various theories of psychotherapy will be explored, including application of art therapy techniques and practices for selected client populations. We will explore using various art media within a therapeutic context. Through readings, lecture, experiential exercises and individual presentations students will be encouraged to apply theory into general practice experiences. |
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| 552. |
Art Therapy with Children and Adolescents |
3 |
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This course provides an overview of the theories, principles and practices of Art Therapy as an assessment and treatment modality for children and adolescents. Normal stages of child development and graphic development will be addressed, as well as strategies to enhance the social, emotional and creative development of children and adolescents through the use of art therapy. |
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| 553. |
Group Art Therapy |
3 |
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This course offers an opportunity to learn about art therapy groups by being in a group as well as by reading and discussing theories about group art therapy. No single approach to group process is advocated. The emphasis in reading and class discussion will focus on exploring many ways of thinking about and experiencing groups. Various models of group will be examined, including support groups, short term time limited and long term therapy groups. |
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| 554. |
Creativity, Spirituality and Healing -- Not currently offered |
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| 555. |
Art Therapy Assessments |
3 |
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This course will introduce the fundamentals of graphic development and create familiarity with a variety of specific art therapy and art based assessment tools and procedures used in evaluations. Included will be the formulation of treatment goals and objectives. Understanding how psychological health and cultural issues are manifested in the art process and products will be examined. Legal and ethical issues regarding art therapy evaluations will be discussed. |
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| 556. |
Art Therapy Studio: Media Exploration |
3 |
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This course will focus on the exploration of art materials used in the context of art therapy. A variety of responses to materials and processes will be investigated through experiential learning. Students will gain a better understanding of traditional approaches to media used in art therapy well as non-traditional approaches to media that can promote and inspire the creative process. Students will further their personal artistic development as well as integrate their internship experiences through self exploration in an open studio environment. The students will present a piece of their artwork at an onsite exhibition at the end of the course to honor their artwork and to share their insights and experiences. |
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| 557. |
Art Therapy with Special Populations |
3 |
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This course will offer an opportunity to learn about art therapy as it may be used with a variety of populations including: post traumatic stress, addictions, eating disorders, elderly, autistic spectrum and handicapped. Relevant clinical issues will be discussed along with specific art interventions for each population. Students will be expected to conduct research on current practices in the field of art therapy as it relates to special populations in a final paper and class presentation. |
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| 558. |
Multi-cultural Art Therapy |
3 |
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This graduate course is designed to increase awareness and develop skills and approaches with diverse populations in art therapy. In the increasingly diverse environment of the United States, we are constantly interfacing with a broad variety of peoples in our families, social situations, work environment, and clinical settings. Thus, the class will explore the implications of culture, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social status, and physical boundaries. Through the course readings and discussions, reflective writing and lectures, multicultural issues will be examined and presented for the class to learn how to be flexible, open, knowledgeable, and competent with diverse individuals. This course will also present the opportunity to experience learning ethnographic research and models. |
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| 559. |
Integrative Approaches to Family Art Therapy |
3 |
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This course focuses on the integration of art therapy theories and processes with family systems theory. Students will utilize both didactic and experiential learning methods to become familiar with family art therapy methods as these relate to both assessment and treatment. |
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