Group Art Therapy: Practice and Research

The first textbook of its kind, Group Art Therapy: Practice and Research combines practice-based evidence with a transtheoretical approach to present a range of art therapy group interventions. It covers essential topics such as leadership, art-making, successful therapeutic factors, and the basic stages of developing and facilitating groups, offering practical information to students and experienced practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 164 pages
Publication date: 28 January 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Group Art Therapy: Practice and Research is a groundbreaking textbook that sets itself apart as the first of its kind, incorporating practice-based evidence and adopting a transtheoretical approach to present a diverse range of art therapy group interventions. The book delves into essential topics such as leadership, art-making, successful therapeutic factors, and the fundamental stages of developing and facilitating groups. It offers practical insights not only to students but also to experienced practitioners, providing detailed information on preparation and practice, note-taking and documentation, and research tips. Adhering to the most current educational standards and ethical codes of art therapy, the book encompasses a comprehensive range of settings and art therapy approaches.

This text is designed to equip art therapy graduate students and practitioners with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead groups in a diverse array of settings, theoretical frameworks, and applications. It serves as a comprehensive resource that covers the theoretical foundations, practical techniques, and ethical considerations of group art therapy, empowering individuals to effectively facilitate therapeutic change and promote well-being within their communities.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 176 x 253 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367527778