Art Therapy Research
The following descriptions of the art therapy profession are paraphrased from the website of the American Art Therapy Association.
Art Therapists work with individuals of all ages, races and ethnic backgrounds who have developmental, medical or psychological problems. . . Art therapy practice is based on knowledge of human development and psychological theories which are implemented in the full spectrum of models of assessment and treatment...
Art Therapy emerged as a distinct profession during the 1930's. It grew out of the practices of psychiatry, psychoanalysis, and art education. It is used as an effective form of communication, assessment and treatment with many populations.
Interested persons may contact the American Art Therapy Association at www.arttherapy.org or by phone at 1-888-290-0878 to learn more about Art Therapy.
Under the auspices of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center's new Neuro-Oncology Division, we launched an art based research study with childhood cancer survivors in the fall of 2006. The study, titled Bridges to Art Therapy, is designed to help childhood cancer survivors relate their experiences in a multi-dimensional way. For more information, or to inquire about enrolling in the study, click on the link below.