Art Therapy in Museums and Galleries: Reframing Practice

This book explores and evaluates the potential of museum and gallery spaces and partnerships for art therapy, showcasing approaches by well-known art therapists and case studies across various client groups. It establishes the context for art therapy in museums and galleries through reviewing key literature and engaging with research, offering a comprehensive look at how these spaces enable novel and creative therapeutic work.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 320 pages
\n Publication date: 21 February 2020
\n Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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This groundbreaking book is the first to delve into and assess the immense potential of museum and gallery spaces and partnerships for art therapy. Through a curated collection of approaches by renowned art therapists, the edited volume showcases diverse art therapy practices in museums and galleries across the world. In-depth case studies encompass a wide range of client groups, including individuals with dementia, refugees, and those in recovery from substance abuse, exploring the therapeutic skills necessary to work within these unique settings. The collection also provides a comprehensive backdrop for art therapy in museums and galleries by reviewing key literature and engaging with the latest research, fostering a broader understanding of how these spaces shape therapeutic practice. By offering a comprehensive exploration of how these locations foster innovative and creative therapeutic work, this essential book serves as a valuable resource for art therapists, arts and health practitioners, and museum professionals alike.

\n Weight: 500g\n
Dimension: 222 x 148 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781785924118\n \n