Arts Therapy: How To Use Arts Therapy With Other People

Arts Therapy: How To Use Arts Therapy and The Creative Process

This course is fully accredited by a globally recognized CPD body the Continuing Professional Development Standards Agency.

Taking this course will give you the opportunity to gain a diploma signifying formal certification for 10 hours of CPD / CE credit.

Please note accreditation is optional. It is by no means compulsory or a prerequisite for taking the course.

Degree requirements vary based on the position you pursue and the area in which you reside or work. Should you wish to opt for accreditation and the diploma full details and directions will be given at the end of the course.

This is the third in the series of my Therapeutic Art courses which has been created for people who are interested in therapeutic art and the creative process either for self exploration and healing or for the purpose of working with other people to help support them in a therapeutic setting.

The therapeutic creative process of self expression through art can improve our physical and mental health as well as our emotional well being.

• It helps us to manage our feelings in a more positive way
• Can give us the confidence to address and resolve issues from the past and present
• Increase self esteem and develop a greater self awareness

Creating art provides an outlet to express yourself freely which will encourage and promote a healthier happier life.

You don't need any previous experience and the course is suitable for everyone. Please be aware this course will not qualify you to work as an art therapist.

What does the course cover?

The course curriculum covers a range of topics. We'll be looking at how to use various arts and therapy techniques in a range of settings This includes painting drawing as well as using music dance and even drama as a therapeutic tool enabling you to bring healing and harmony to both yourself and to your clients.

We'll also be looking at how we can utilise the creative process to address specific issues such as authenticity recovery and mental health as well as using therapeutic art techniques for the treatment of things such as PTSD illness and when working with children.

Artistic therapy can be incredibly useful for children who may have experienced bullying or trauma and can provide a safe sanctuary to share their feelings and emotions.

As we progress through the course we'll be looking at the interpretation of art and understanding the importance of non verbal communication especially when working with clients who have experienced trauma or survived traumatic events.

Why study with me?

I am proud to be one of Simpliv's best selling instructors having gained more than 12000 reviews from 55000 students in 182 countries.

As well as a lifetime access to the course you'll also benefit from unparalleled support 365 days a year. I always respond to my students the very same day and more often than not you'll receive a personal reply from me within a few hours.

This Therapeutic Art course is self paced and offers you complete flexibility. Choose to study at a time and place that suits you safe in the knowledge that help is always at hand.

Private Sharing Gallery

You'll also be invited to be part of my private sharing gallery. This is an exclusive space created solely for my students where you can share your artwork and support one another in a nurturing healing environment.

All of the artwork featured has been specifically created for the course and was donated by volunteer students who undertook the various exercises and activities contained within the lectures. You will amazed and inspired by their creativity!

How to use Arts Therapy - Course Content

Section 1: History and Context

• Lecture 1: Introduction
• Lecture 2: Artwork Featured in this Course
• Lecture 3: A Short History of Art as Therapy
• Lecture 4: Cave Paintings By Abbey (Exercise)
• Lecture 5: Cave Paintings By Christy (Exercise)
• Lecture 6: Cave Paintings By Wendy (Exercise)
• Lecture 7: Cave Paintings By Rosa (Exercise)
• Lecture 8: Providing a Context for Art in Therapy Today
• Lecture 9: Benefits and Advantages of Using Art Therapy Techniques
• Lecture 10: Imagery and Dreams Sheelin (Exercise)
• Lecture 11: Imagery in Art Therapy Daniella (Exercise)

Section 2: Developing a Broader Understanding of Art

• Lecture 12: Therapy Through All the Arts
• Lecture 13: Therapy Through Dance
• Lecture 14: Therapy Through Dance - Serena
• Lecture 15: Therapy Through Drama
• Lecture 16: Therapy Through Music
• Lecture 17: Arts Therapy Through Music Michelle (Exercise)
• Lecture 18: Therapy Through Music By Abbey (Exercise)
• Lecture 19: Combining Therapy Approaches
• Lecture 20: Combining Therapy Approaches Rosa (Exercise)

Section 3: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part One

• Lecture 21: Part One - Understanding the Ageing Population
• Lecture 22: Part Two - Understanding the Ageing Population
• Lecture 23: Part One - Supporting the Ageing Process with Art Therapy Techniques
• Lecture 24: Part Two - Supporting the Ageing Process with Art Therapy Techniques
• Lecture 25: Ageing By Rhonda (Exercise)
• Lecture 26: Ageing By Malka (Exercise)
• Lecture 27: Art and Mental Health
• Lecture 28: Art and Mental Health Julie (Exercise)
• Lecture 29: Colour and Colour Therapy Perspectives
• Lecture 30: Colour and Colour Therapy Perspectives Yvonne (Exercise)
• Lecture 31: Authenticity Creativity and Recovery - Part One
• Lecture 32: Authenticity Creativity and Recovery - Part Two
• Lecture 33: Authenticity Creativity and Recovery By Christy (Exercise)

Section 4: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part Two

• Lecture 34: Stress Anxiety and Trauma - Part One
• Lecture 35: Stress Anxiety and Trauma - Part Two
• Lecture 36: PTSD - Part One
• Lecture 37: PTSD - Part Two
• Lecture 38: Part One - Working with Children in Different Contexts
• Lecture 39: Part Two - Working with Children in Different Contexts

Section 5: Art Therapy Techniques In Practice - Part Three

• Lecture 40: Avoiding Over Interpretation
• Lecture 41: Avoiding Over Interpretation By Christy (Exercise)
• Lecture 42: Part One - Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War Terrorism and Crisis
• Lecture 43: Part Two - Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War Terrorism and Crisis
• Lecture 44: Art Therapy Techniques in the Aftermath of War Terrorism & crisis By Christy (Exercise)
• Lecture 45: Part One - Understanding and Coming to Terms with Survivors Guilt
• Lecture 46: Part Two - Understanding and Coming to Terms with Survivors Guilt
• Lecture 47: Moving Forward
• Lecture 48: BONUS Lecture

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• The course is suitable for all levels including beginners
• All you need is an open mind and a willingness to engage in the creative process!

Who is the target audience?

• Anyone who enjoys art and being creative
• Those people who would like to work on their self esteem and their self confidence
• People who would like to express themselves better
• People who work in therapeutic settings and would like to use creative techniques to support their clients and groups
• People who want to explore a broader range of therapeutic tools and techniques
• People who may be recovering from trauma or illness
• People who are interested in self healing and self exploration

What you will learn:

• Use art as a means of self expression
• Help others use the arts to heal and empower themselves
• Help others by supporting them through the arts and the creative process
• Enjoy the benefits that creative art brings to our emotional and physical well being
• Use art as a means of relaxation and to unwind
• Create art as a means for self healing and self discovery
• Use the creative process for pure enjoyment and recreation
• Explore facets of your personality and your clients' personality using the creative process

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