Kim Brown Campbell, MA, EdS, ATR, LCPC

The didactic portion of this workshop will introduce participants to the basic principles of the art therapy profession. Participants will learn about clinical populations that benefit from art therapy and the settings in which art therapy takes place. Participants will also learn about how art therapy is conducted and the various ways that these therapeutic techniques benefit those who engage in them. Differences between art therapy and art education will also be explored. Several experiential exercises throughout the day will increase workshop participants’ understanding of the client’s experience of art therapy. This workshop aims to instill participants with a basic knowledge of what art therapy is and how it is used across settings. Participants will also gain familiarity with some practical exercises for use with clients in mental health treatment settings. Workshop materials will be provided.

Workshop Objectives

Participants will become familiar with the three founding “mothers” of art therapy and will come to understand each of their contributions to the field.
Participants will gain understanding regarding the differences between “art psychotherapy” and “art as therapy,” two important theoretical orientations within the field.
Participants will develop an understanding of the differences between art therapy and art education and will be able to identify the goals associated with each.
Participants will also be exposed briefly to the principles of group art therapy, family art therapy, and the use of art therapy with varying age groups and client populations.
Participants will engage in several experiential exercises to increase their understanding of clients’ experiences of art therapy.
Participants will gain understanding regarding the appropriate use of art therapy interventions and the training that is necessary for competent use and application of art therapy techniques. Workshop participants will gain rudimentary knowledge regarding basic art therapy methods.
Please contact me to discuss your agency’s needs and how this workshop might be modified to fit specific requests.