Art Therapy - How To Use Art Therapy

Art Therapy - "How To Use Art Therapy With Others" has been created for people who are interested in therapeutic art and the creative process, either for self exploration and healing, or for the purpose of working with other people to help support them in a therapeutic setting.

The therapeutic, creative process of self expression through art, can improve our physical and mental health, as well as our emotional well being.

• It helps us to manage our feelings in a more positive way

• Can give us the confidence to address and resolve issues from the past and present

• Increase self esteem and develop a greater self awareness

Creating art provides an outlet to express yourself freely, which will encourage and promote a healthier, happier life.

You don’t need any previous experience, and the course is suitable for everyone. Please be aware, this course will not qualify you to work as an art therapist.

What does the course cover?

The course curriculum covers a range of topics. We’ll be looking at how to use various art therapy techniques in a range of settings, This includes painting, drawing as well as using music, dance and even drama as a therapeutic tool enabling you to bring healing and harmony to both yourself and to your clients.

We’ll also be looking at how we can utilise the creative process to address specific issues such as authenticity, recovery and mental health, as well as using therapeutic art techniques for the treatment of things such as PTSD, illness and when working with children.

Artistic therapy can be incredibly useful for children who may have experienced bullying or trauma and can provide a safe sanctuary to share their feelings and emotions.

As we progress through the course, we’ll be looking at the interpretation of art and understanding the importance of non verbal communication, especially when working with clients who have experienced trauma or survived traumatic events.

• Use art as a means of self expression
• Help others use the arts to heal and empower themselves
• Help others by supporting them through the arts and the creative process
• Enjoy the benefits that creative art brings to our emotional and physical well being
• Use art as a means of relaxation and to unwind
• Create art as a means for self healing and self discovery
• Use the creative process for pure enjoyment and recreation
• Explore facets of your personality and your clients' personality using the creative process

How to use Art Therapy - Course Content

Section 1: History and Context

Lecture 1: Introduction

Lecture 2: Artwork Featured in this Course

Lecture 3: A Short History of Art as Therapy

Lecture 4: "Cave Paintings" By Abbey (Exercise)

Lecture 5: "Cave Paintings" By Christy (Exercise)

Lecture 6: “Cave Paintings” By Wendy (Exercise)

Lecture 7: "Cave Paintings" By Rosa (Exercise)

Lecture 8: Providing a Context for Art in Therapy Today

Lecture 9: Benefits and Advantages of Using Art Therapy Techniques

Lecture 10: Imagery and Dreams "Sheelin" (Exercise)

Lecture 11: Imagery in Art Therapy "Daniella" (Exercise)

Section 2: Developing a Broader Understanding of Art Therapy

Lecture 12: Art Therapy Through All the Arts

Lecture 13: Art Therapy Through Dance

Lecture 14: "Therapy Through Dance" - Serena

Lecture 15: Therapy Through Drama

Lecture 16: Art Therapy Through Music

Lecture 17: Art Therapy Through Music "Michelle" (Exercise)

Lecture 18: "Therapy Through Music" By Abbey (Exercise)

Lecture 19: Combining Art Therapy Approaches

Lecture 20: Combining Art Therapy Approaches "Rosa" (Exercise)

Section 3: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part One

Lecture 21: Part One - Understanding the Ageing Population

Lecture 22: Part Two - Understanding the Ageing Population

Lecture 23: Part One - Supporting the Ageing Process with Art Therapy Techniques

Lecture 24: Part Two - Supporting the Ageing Process with Art Therapy Techniques

Lecture 25: "Ageing" By Rhonda (Exercise)

Lecture 26: "Ageing" By Malka (Exercise)

Lecture 27: Art and Mental Health

Lecture 28: Art and Mental Health "Julie" (Exercise)

Lecture 29: Colour and Colour Therapy Perspectives

Lecture 30: Colour and Colour Therapy Perspectives "Yvonne" (Exercise)

Lecture 31: Authenticity, Creativity and Recovery - Part One

Lecture 32: Authenticity, Creativity and Recovery - Part Two

Lecture 33: "Authenticity, Creativity and Recovery" By Christy (Exercise)

Section 4: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part Two

Lecture 34: Stress, Anxiety and Trauma - Part One

Lecture 35: Stress, Anxiety and Trauma - Part Two

Lecture 36: PTSD - Part One

Lecture 37: PTSD - Part Two

Lecture 38: Part One - Working with Children in Different Contexts

Lecture 39: Part Two - Working with Children in Different Contexts

Section 5: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part Three

Lecture 40: Avoiding Over Interpretation

Lecture 41: "Avoiding Over Interpretation" By Christy (Exercise)

Lecture 42: Part One - Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War, Terrorism and Crisis

Lecture 43: Part Two - Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War, Terrorism and Crisis

Lecture 44: "Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War, Terrorism & crisis" By Christy (Exercise)

Lecture 45: Part One - Understanding and Coming to Terms with Survivors Guilt

Lecture 46: Part Two - Understanding and Coming to Terms with Survivors Guilt

Lecture 47: Moving Forward