Foundations of Art Therapy

Theory and Applications

Meera Rastogi, Rachel P. Feldwisch, Michelle Pate, Joseph Scarce

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 2022
• Print ISBN: 9780128243084
• eBook ISBN: 9780128243091
• Topic: Psychology
• Subtopic: Educational Psychology
• Index: Psychology

Foundations of Art Therapy: Theory and Applications is an essential and comprehensive introduction to the field of art therapy that blends relevant psychological and neuroscience research, theories, and concepts and infuses cultural diversity throughout each chapter. The text includes full color photos, informative charts, and case examples and is divided into four parts beginning with the basics of art therapy knowledge and concluding with professional practices in art therapy. The fundamentals of art therapy section includes coverage of art therapy founders, art materials, multicultural perspectives, intersections with neuroscience, and research methods. An overview and in-depth explorations of different theoretical approaches to the practice of art therapy are covered in the second part of the book. A bio-psycho-social approach integrates current research on art therapy with specific populations (children, mental health, older adults, and trauma). The book concludes with art therapy professional practices in group concepts, community-based art therapy, and developing a career in the field. Each chapter contains chapter objectives, practical applications, ethical considerations, reflection questions, experiential exercises, and a list of terms. The unique, practical, and interdisciplinary approach of this text provides a solid base for understanding the field of art therapy and is well suited for use in undergraduate art therapy courses. This book will appeal to those who want an introduction to the field's theories, research, and practice and those seeking a comprehensive understanding on the foundations of art therapy. - Full color photos, informative charts, and case examples - Definitions, key details, and clear explanations of major concepts - Evidence-based research and attention to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in each chapter - Reader experiential activities and reflection questions to enhance deeper levels of processing - Instructor resources that include: chapter outlines, experiential classroom activities and lecture enhancements, multiple choice and short answer questions for each chapter

Table of contents

• Foundations of Art Therapy
• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contributors
• About the Editors
• Chapter 1 History, profession, and ethics of art therapy
• Chapter 2 Understanding media: Laying the groundwork for art-making
• Chapter 3 Multicultural and diversity perspectives in art therapy: Transforming image into substance
• Chapter 4 Intersections of neuroscience and art therapy
• Chapter 5 Approaches to research in art therapy
• Chapter 6 Overview of theoretical orientations
• Chapter 7 Psychoanalytic and Jungian approaches to art therapy
• Chapter 8 Humanistic approaches to art therapy: Existentialism, person-centered, and gestalt
• Chapter 9 Using art to think and rethink: Cognitive-behavior therapy from behaviorism through the third wave
• Chapter 10 Child development and artistic development in art therapy
• Chapter 11 Art therapy for psychological disorders and mental health
• Chapter 12 Art therapy and older adults
• Chapter 13 Art therapy for trauma recovery and response
• Chapter 14 Beginning concepts of group work
• Chapter 15 Community-based art therapy and community arts
• Chapter 16 Pathways to developing a career in art therapy
• Index
• Index - continued