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Giving form to internal chaos.
Non-verbal expression can be less
threatening.



ART THERAPY
Use of portrait drawing and photography to promote
self-monitoring and awareness
Use of portrait drawing to develop knowledge
related to facial expressions
Enhance fine motor skills
A mental health profession that uses the
creative process of art making to improve
and enhance the physical, mental and
emotional well-being of individuals of all
ages.
Based on the belief that the creative
process involved in artistic self-expression
helps people to resolve conflicts and
problems, develop interpersonal skills,
manage behavior, reduce stress, increase
self-esteem, self- awareness, and achieve
insight
Refers to the application of art with the
intent to enhance functioning.
Brainstorm feeling words
Assign each word a color
Draw a heart
Color in the heart the amount of each color
that you are feeling



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As a graphic, nonverbal means of communication,
art can provide relief to the child for whom verbal
communication is frustrating, overwhelming, too
direct, or even nonexistent (Martin, 2008).
Art therapy can utilize the childs visual strengths
to address treatment goals while providing a
socially appropriate outlet for self-stimulatory
behaviors and sensory needs (Martin, 2008).
Use of icons, symbols, and social stories help the
children to remember what they were taught (Epp,
2008).

1900s
Psychiatrists began being interested in patients art.
Educators recognized artwork reflected childrens
development/growth.
1914: Margaret Naumberg starts
Childrens School
Often identified as the founder of art therapy
Art therapy started to be included with
traditional talk therapy
1940s: Distinct discipline emerged
1970s: Division in art therapists
Art therapy: innate healing power of making art
Art psychotherapy: art as a healing tool within a
framework of verbal psychotherapy
Acting/Filming
Photography
Painting
Drawing
Portrait drawing
Art as expression of feelings
Art as nonverbal communication




Work with health professionals in palliative care
programs
Prisons
Trauma relief teams
Personal growth classes
School systems
Children who are terminally ill
Children who are autistic


Interventions designed to address:
Imagination/abstract thinking deficits
Sensory regulation and integration
Emotions/self-expression
Nonverbal communication
Socialization
Recreational/leisure skills
Visual-spatial deficits
Improving motor skills

It has given her confidence, self-
esteem, Mrs. Bigioni said. She is proud
of the work she does. It has brought
friendships peers and facilitators
developed a sense of community
(Joseph, 2011).
Authenticity

Catharsis

Projection

Sublimination
Balancing Locus of
Control
Identification of
Developmental Ego
States
Integration
Transcendence


Scott, E.H., & C. Ross( 2008).
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Increases social responsiveness
Decreases problem behaviors
Enhances auditory processing
Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-
based use of music interventions to
accomplish individualized goals within a
therapeutic relationship by a credentialed
professional who has completed an
approved music therapy program.


The most fundamental
experience of life.
Restores internal connections.
Synchrony

Expression

Rhythm

Vitalization
Integration

Cohesion

Education

Symbolism


Schmais,C. Ph.D, ADTR,( 1982)

Movement experiences play a vital role in
the growth and development of the young
child
Non-verbal interaction and communication
as precursor to language and cognitive
development
Role of non-verbal communication in
bonding and attachment

Unity of self (body and mind), movement as
mirror of ones identity and personality
Through dance and movement play children
can learn having fun!
Dance and Movement can facilitate the
creative learning process and has recently
been recognized as an important element in
the curriculum in schools

Dance Movement Therapy (DMT):
Kinesthetic empathy, mirroring
Working in circle & other forms (relationships)
Symbolism, movement metaphor
Rhythm
Verbalization
Use of music, props, dramatic/narrative
elements

Structure of a session:
- Welcoming activity (verbal/non-verbal)
- Warm-up
- Theme Development
- Closure (include relaxation)
- Short discussion

Different aspects or activities can be used for
various purposes as part of other sessions/lessons
Early years children attending mainstream schools

Young children attending special or inclusive
schools/educational settings (children with typical
and atypical development)


Develops sensori-motor
awareness and skills;
Reconnects with developmental progression
of physical
and human expression.



An ancient form of physical expression and
creativity; release (catharsis).

The psychotherapeutic use of movement as a
process which furthers the emotional, cognitive,
physical and spiritual integration of the person
(ADTA).

Promote creativity
Improve concentration and learning
skills (i.e. by helping manage feelings
that interrupt learning)
Enhancing body, spatial, kinesthetic
awareness and self-awareness
Improving self-image, self-esteem and
personal autonomy

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Poetry Therapy, or poetry which is used for
healing and personal growth, may be traced
back to primitive man, who used religious
rites in which shamans and witchdoctors
chanted poetry for the well-being of the
tribe or individual.
NAPT, 2010
Teamwork,
Cohesion,
Community.
An opportunity to renegotiate
and succeed.
Creative & social communication; social
discourse; transformation; collective
expression

"the systematic and intentional use of drama/theater
processes, products, and associations to achieve the
therapeutic goals of symptom relief, emotional and
physical integration and personal growth."
An active approach that helps the client tell his or
her story to solve a problem, achieve a catharsis, extend
the depth and breadth of inner experience, understand
the meaning of images, and strengthen the ability to
observe personal roles while increasing flexibility between
roles.
NDTA, 2010
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Boundaried-ness vs. Defensiveness
Age & Developmental Stage
Culture

The task of the educator is not to
fill up the child, but to draw forth
from the child his/her wisdom
and experiencechildren come
into this world full.