NOMADISM IN ART THERAPY AND THE ACT OF MAKING A MARK

Towards a Creative-Relational Arts-Based Inquiry

Mitra Reyhani Ghadim

• Publisher: Charles C Thomas
• eBook ISBN:
  9780398094928
• Year: 2026

This book centers on the concept of nomadism in art therapy, not simply as a physical act, but as a way of being, a relational and philosophical stance that embraces fluidity, non-linearity, and multiplicity. The act of making a mark, whether with paint, gesture, or presence, becomes both a trace of this movement and a declaration of existence. Nomadism in Art Therapy and the Act of Making a Mark offers a fresh perspective on the current epistemology of Creative Arts Therapy, drawing on several recent developments in continental philosophy, particularly the major conceptual ideas of Deleuze and Guattari, as well as Deleuze's transcendental empiricism. It strives to expand perceptions within art therapy relations beyond the limited spectrum of psychological theories. The author aims to connect this contemporary philosophical approach to current therapeutic methods in ways that will enhance professionals' understanding and application of creative, relational arts-based inquiries. It is intended for all contemporary therapists and mental health professionals, as well as current art therapy undergraduate and graduate students, and art therapy graduates seeking to complete post-graduate practice hours for licensure. It will be a valuable resource for all contemporary-minded mental health professionals and therapists who work with individuals with mental illness and disabilities, individuals in special situations, older adults experiencing life changes, and professionals who are interested in improving healthcare systems and organizational structures using contemporary ethics, and for students and researchers interested in exploring the application of creative, relational arts-based inquiry.

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