AT 517 Art Therapy Trauma Treatment

Through the lens of art therapy this course will examine; polyvagal theory, brain development and the impact of trauma on the developing brain, the stages of treatment when working with clients who have experienced trauma, methods to protect and manage self-care to address vicarious traumatization in clinical practice, various methods to treat trauma with different client populations and showing sensitivity to cultural, environmental and developmental needs. Teaching methods include but are not limited to readings, lecture, video, discussions, and experiential art making directives.

Art Therapy Learning Community Site

In this shared community space students are encouraged to support one another, post questions, learn about upcoming events, and access important information about the program.