Art therapy emerged in 1940s as a healing strategy for mental illness. Creative expression has been used for healing for thousands of years. Art therapy differs from art classes by focusing on inner experiences
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and challenge distorted thoughts. Dialectical Behavior Therapy combines acceptance and mindfulness strategies. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on values and self-acceptance. Psychodynamic Therapy explores unconscious emotions and relationship dynamics
Depression drawing is the artistic expression of people with mental illness. Artists have first-hand experience illustrating depression in relatable ways. Depression symptoms have no face but can be better understood through art
Art therapy emerged in Britain and USA during 20th century. Adrian Hill coined term in 1942 for tuberculosis patients. British Association of Art therapists founded in 1964. Margaret Naumburg popularized art therapy in US institutions
Art therapy uses art to facilitate healing and process emotions. It differs from art classes by focusing on personal expression. Therapists observe clients while creating art, then discuss their work
Art therapy uses creative process and psychology within psychotherapeutic relationship. Art therapists require Master's degree and 600 hours supervised clinical internship. AATA has been leading art therapy profession for over 50 years