Positive Art Therapy Theory and Practice: Integrating Positive Psychology with Art Therapy
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| Rating | : | 4.75 (966 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1138908916 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-22 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It introduces the perfect marriage between art therapy and positive psychology, demonstrating how each enhances the other. Positive Art Therapy Theory and Practice is a tour de force for the art therapy literature. No matter your years of experience, using the principles and procedures outlined in this book will enrich your art therapy practice."Lisa D. This innovative book persuasively argues against pathology models by embracing our innate, creative intelligence uniquely expressed through the positive attributes of art."Michael A. Franklin, PhD, ATR-BC, Professor and Chair, Graduate Art Therapy Program, Naropa University"This is a book whose time has
Written in an inviting and amusing style, this manual is both entertaining and practicalan invaluable tool for any practitioner looking to apply the most current theory and research on positive psychology and art therapy to their clinical practice.. The book also includes a comprehensive list of more than 80 positive art therapy directives, a robust glossary, and lists of strengths and values. Woven throughout are clinical illustrations, state-of-the-art research, discussion questions, and reflections on how therapists can apply this approach to their work with clients, and their personal and professional development. Positive Art Therapy Theory and Practice outlines a clear, systematic approach for combining positive psychology with art therapy’s capacity to mobilize client strengths; induce engagement, flow and positive emotions; transform perceptions; build healing relationships and empowering narratives; and illuminate life purpose and meaning
Rebecca is also a practicing artist and author/illustrator of Miraval Mandalas Coloring Book. Rebecca Ann Wilkinson MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT, is co-founder of Creative Wellbeing Workshops, which uses art and the creative process to help individuals and organizations manage stress, cope with adversity, and increase wellbei