ARTTH 605 - History and Theory of Art Therapy

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3

Study of art therapy history and events, the development of art therapy as a distinct therapeutic practice, and the contributions of major art therapy theorists and practitioners. Includes a study of theories and models of creativity, of understanding symbolism, metaphor and artistic language, and of neuroscience theory, relevant to art therapy. Students will engage in guided art processes which will be shared and discussed through the course site.

Offered Fall