453 Theories & Methods of Intervention in Art Therapy II

This course provides experiences in art making and processing which are applicable to therapy and counseling with clients who have survived single or multiple traumatic experiences. It includes education on various types of traumas, loss and grief, and the potential effect of traumatic experience on the whole person. The frequent co-morbidity observed in trauma clients will be looked at in detail. The course will include an emphasis on assisting clients with skills of pacing and containment as they learn to re-integrate feelings. It also includes techniques to aid in the safe expression of intense affect through expressive art techniques. A brief overview of eating disorders will also be included in this course. (3 credits)