ATPY 601

Art Therapy and Psychological Assessment Techniques

Students explore assessment techniques available in treatment during individual and group art therapy sessions, including use of art materials, content analysis, and the evaluation process. Students study psychological assessments and appraisal techniques that have influenced the field of art therapy. Lectures focus on issues and principles of art therapy and psychological assessment; provide a historical perspective; focus on identification (DSM), etiology, and diagnosis using such techniques; and review basic intake procedures. Current issues and trends in psychological and art therapy assessments are evaluated

Units: 2.0