International Advances in Art Therapy Research and Practice

Download or read book International Advances in Art Therapy Research and Practice written by Val Huet and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2021-05-06 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Art therapists work with diverse people experiencing life-changing distress that cannot be expressed verbally. From its early beginnings in the UK and USA, art therapy is now attracting international interest and recognition. To meet ever-changing needs in uncertain times, art therapists worldwide are currently advancing socially just and culturally relevant practice and research. This book presents original contributions, highlighting innovative research and culturally diverse practices that are transforming art therapy with new insights and knowledge. It captures an internationally vibrant and truly client-centred profession, and will be of interest to arts therapists, artists in healthcare, psychotherapists, counsellors, and professionals who use art therapeutically in their practice.