Mental health professionals in Washington will be able to attend a training course on using art therapy in their clinical practices.
Jocelyn Fitzgerald, LMFT, will lead the discussion on the topic of “Therapeutic Art Techniques for Non-Art Therapists.” The course will teach therapists how to integrate art interventions into their practice effectively and ethically, even though they are not specially trained art therapists.
Fitzgerald will discuss the neuroscience that supports art therapy, and various types of art media, scribbles, and art supplies, along with their therapeutic potential.
At the end of the class, therapists who attend the training will understand the benefits of incorporating art therapy into their practice. This involves understanding the neuroscience that supports the method, and how it impacts cognitive processes, and stress reduction.
They will also be able to use a “bottom-up” approach to using art in interventions, starting with simple techniques such as scribbling.
Finally, participants will be able to develop a strong understanding of the safety guidelines and the ethical concerns they need to consider when incorporating art-based intervention into their practice. This includes knowing when clients need a therapist who specializes in art, and recognizing potential triggers.
The training takes place on November 3, from 9.00 am until 12.00 pm, at Ally Academy NW, at 12306 SE Mill Plain Boulevard in Vancouver. Organizers of professional events like this could use brochure printing to create appropriate course materials.
