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Art therapy is an alternativetreatment method that psychologistsare increasingly taking note of intheir practices.
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The foundation of art therapy is theuse of art and the creative processto facilitate healing and a sense ofwellness in those seeking mental
healing and treatment.
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This kind of therapy is used as anadjunct therapy with a broadspectrum of populations.
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Children, adolescents, adults andelders can all benefit from theartistic self-expression principlesinvolved in this discipline.
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Art therapy has been shown to beeffective in the treatment of a vastarray of mental disorders such asanxiety, Depression, domestic
violence, trauma, addiction, griefand psychosocial problems related
to medical conditions.
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A wide variety of settings facilitatethe use of art therapy includingwellness centers, private practices,hospitals, shelters and schools.
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The mediums of painting, sculpture,collage and drawing are commonvisual tools used in the process ofart therapy.
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Some therapists have broadenedtheir practice of art therapy toinclude other artistic expressionssuch as dance, writing, photography,
music and film.
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These alternative forms of creativityoffer opportunities for growth andtransformation similar to the mixedarts that are more traditionally used
in the practice of creative therapy.
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The Art Therapy Credentials Board(ATCB) offers registration and boardcertification for therapists interestedin this specialization.
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A Registered Art Therapist (ATR), inaddition to post-graduate studies,must complete supervised post-graduate clinical hours.
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Once an individual becomes an ATR,they may take a written examinationthat qualifies them to become boardcertified (ATR-BC).
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Several diagnostic tools have beendeveloped to assist art therapists inclinical and research settings.
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The Diagnostic Drawing Series andthe Levick Emotional and CognitiveArt Therapy Assessment areexamples.
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Creative therapy strives to improveself-esteem, reduce stress, achievepersonal insights and resolveconflicts.
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Therapists who use this form oftherapy are commonly trained inpersonality theory, psychology,family systems, human development
and art studies.
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This extensive educationalbackground gives therapists thetools to facilitate growth and healingamong patients.
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