This is Part 2 of my posts about the use of collage in art therapy. In Part 1, I offered an introduction to collage art therapy and some tips to get started using collage in therapy. In Part 2, I will offer some different interventions and suggestions for collage. This is meant to give you some new ideas and places to start, but keep in mind that there is great room for flexibility and exploration. You can create a collage to explore just about anything that you can think of. Many of the … [Read more...]
Collage Art Therapy (Part 1)
Collage is a great activity for art therapy because it feels less threatening to clients than other art activities like painting and drawing. Many clients may feel nervous about drawing because they may not have done art in many years, have a feeling that they are not "good" at art, or don't know where to start in creating something. Collage pictures can be a great way for a client to find an image that represents what they want to say. The collage process can also be a great way to spark … [Read more...]
What is art therapy?
Art therapy uses art-making as part of the healing and psychotherapy process. The American Art Therapy Association offers the following definition: Art therapy is the therapeutic use of art making, within a professional relationship, by people who experience illness, trauma, or challenges in living, and by people who seek personal development. Through creating art and reflecting on the art products and processes, people can increase awareness of self and others cope with symptoms, stress, … [Read more...]
Getting things started
To start things off, I'd like to share a little about myself and my reason for writing this blog. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in working primarily with children, adolescents, and families. I studied Art Therapy and Marriage and Family Therapy at Loyola Marymount University, receiving my master's degree in 2007. I have gained experience in a variety of settings, including schools, community mental health, foster care group homes, and the juvenile probation … [Read more...]
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