One of my favourite books for leading expressive arts groups is "Art Therapy for Groups" by Marian Liebmann. Originally published in 1986 and revised in 2004, this book explains how to implement art exercises in group settings. My first therapeutic art group consisted of middle-aged adults with acquired brain injuries, and I referred to this book every week for two years. I often reflect upon how deeply we can emotionally heal within groups. Some of the healing factors of group work…

Introducing you to the role of Art Therapy, this online course teaches how to use art to address psychological and emotional needs. Buy today and start learning.

What to call yourself and your work when working non-clinically (i.e., doing “art as therapy”) Hey, my art therapists, facilitators, & friends. Sometimes I get this question...I’m gonna do nonclinical work, what do I call myself? What do I call my services...? Because I can’t call myself a

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The 4 Different Art Therapist Career Paths Ok, maybe you just graduated from an art therapy master's program, or you're just thinking about this career. Today I want to share something about this career that no one really talks about, even in schools, - and that is, the 4 different art therapy ca

Art Therapy Activity For Emotional Pain / Self Healing If you are dealing with any emotional pain or trying to heal your inner self, this is for you. Maybe you're dealing with heavy emotions, painful emotions, that have been a consistent presence in your life.

Welcome back with our third installment of “8 Things We Swear By,” this time with Art Therapist and Clinical Supervisor Laura Miles. Check out this week’s blog for 8 things she loves, including a daily ritual guaranteed to bring you closer to your partner. #8thingsweswearby #arttherapy #arttherapist #recommendations #readingrecommendations #selfcarerecommendations #arttherapistsofinstagram #therapy #therapist #therapistsofinstagram

Art therapy is a therapeutic technique that incorporates methods of creative expression in order to help participants better understand their feelings and behavior.⠀ ⠀ Some examples of art therapy activities include:⠀ •Creating a collage to express emotions⠀ •Drawing a self portrait⠀ •Coloring with markers or crayons to relieve stress⠀ ⠀ Art therapy is often used with other therapeutic techniques and has many benefits.