Assistant Professor H. Bardot (Acting Director) Adjunct Associate Professors A. Di Maria, B. Sobol
Adjunct Assistant Professor T. Tripp
Associate Professorial Lecturer P. Howie
Lecturers D. Brancheau, C. Doby-Copeland, T. Svat, L. Milofsky, T. Councill Clinical Instructors S. Thomas, E.J. Endler, L.R. Garlock, K. Hanrahan-Havern, M. Urbia, C. Crum, S. Rosen, N. Parfitt, K. Coelho, R. Janoff, C. Stern, C. Goucher, A. Caroselli, K. Coehlo, C. Hurst, H. Stemas, D. Benshalom, B. Robertson
Master of Arts in the field of art therapy—Prerequisite: a bachelor's degree, evidence of significant training and/or experience in art, including painting, drawing, and clay modeling; course work in the behavioral and/or social sciences, including personality theory, abnormal psychology, and child psychology.
Required: the general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences and successful completion of 49 credit hours of graduate course work, including ArTh 201, 203, 205, 207, 208, 220, 224, 225, 228, 230, 231, 240, 275, 280, 292–94 295.
Fields of emphasis: adult art therapy, family art therapy, child art therapy, and research. Students wishing to extend their training to the doctoral level are encouraged to apply to the Doctor of Psychology program. See Professional Psychology. A graduate certificate in art therapy is available to those who have earned or are currently enrolled in a graduate program in a related field.
Note: ArTh 211 is designed for advanced undergraduates and others as an introduction to the field. The following other courses that are open to non-art therapy students require permission of the instructor or program director: ArTh 205, 207, 208, 228, 230, 231, 240, 275, 280, 289, 290.
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| 201 |
History and Theory of Art Therapy (2) |
Bardot |
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Art therapy history and theory, milestones and practitioners. The development of art therapy as a distinct therapeutic practice. Overview of psychotherapy theories relevant to art therapy. Open only to art therapy students. (Fall) |
| 203 |
Studio/Technique of Art Therapy (3) |
Milofsky |
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Direct experience of the therapeutic utility and psychological influence of art processes and materials. Identifying the effect of art-making leading to assessment and intervention strategies. Open only to art therapy students. (Fall) |
| 205 |
Marital and Family Art Therapy/Counseling (3) |
Howie, Sobol |
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Principles of work with couples and families, including an overview of systems theories and stages of family life cycle development. The use of art techniques for evaluation of family dynamics. Videotaped observation of family art evaluations in clinical settings. Intervention strategies address cultural issues and ethical considerations. (Fall) |
| 207 |
Child Art Therapy (2) |
Di Maria |
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Practical, theoretical, and ethical considerations involved in treating children in clinical and educational settings. Application of art therapy and counseling principles and practice for diverse child populations. Development of interventions for varied DSM–IV diagnoses. (Fall) |
| 208 |
Adolescent Art Therapy (2) |
Council |
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Practical, theoretical, and ethical considerations involved in treating adolescents in clinical and educational settings. Assessment and treatment issues integrating the use of art techniques specifically designed for this population. Application of art therapy and counseling principles and practice for diverse adolescent populations. Development of interventions for varied DSM–IV diagnoses. (Spring) |
| 211 |
Survey of Art Therapy (3) |
Svat |
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Use of visual arts to enhance personal development; history, theories, range of practice in art therapy. Illustrated lectures, reading, discussion, studio work. Not intended for art therapy degree candidates. Open to advanced undergraduates and others as an introduction to the field. (Fall and spring) |
| 220 |
Research Methods (3) |
Staff |
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Planning, conducting, and evaluating relevant methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative approaches and basic statistics. The importance of research in the psychotherapy professions; ethical and legal considerations; and the use of research to assess effectiveness of mental health and art therapy services. (Spring) |
| 224 |
Counseling/Art Therapy Process (3) |
Brancheau |
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Theoretical and clinical dimensions of counseling and art therapy explored through study of current research concerning the diverse elements affecting the therapeutic process. The goals of each phase of treatment; development of the therapeutic alliance; assessment of client readiness; therapeutic techniques and interventions as practiced in short- and long-term treatment. (Fall) |
| 225 |
Counseling/Art Therapy Theory (3) |
Staff |
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Overview of major theories in counseling and psychotherapy in light of the creative process and other aspects of the clinical practice of art therapy. Client art and art-making, and the therapeutic encounter and treatment, as influenced by attachment, trauma, psychoneurobiology, and multicultural issues. Prerequisite: ArTh 224. (Fall) |
| 228 |
Psychopathology/Art and Diagnosis (3) |
Tripp |
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Criteria of psychiatric diagnoses, such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual multiaxial system, theories of psychopathology, and relevant literature. Evaluation of potential indicators of functional and organic disorders in behavior and artwork of clients. Ethical issues; cultural and environmental influences on diagnostic categorization. Basic introduction to psychopharmacology. (Spring) |
| 230 |
Social and Cultural Diversity (3) |
Doby-Copeland |
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Consideration of stereotypes and biases that interfere with effective treatment of patients who are racially, ethnically, and otherwise diverse. The role of the art therapist in conflict resolution, advocacy, and social justice. Exploration of the therapist's heritage, expectations, and values. Racial identity development; skills for multicultural counseling. (Summer) |
| 231 |
Human Development and Art Therapy (3) |
Staff |
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Psychological and artistic development across the life span. Theories of personality development; cultural and environmental influences. Human behavior, including developmental crises, disability, exceptional behavior, and addictive behavior.(Fall) |
| 240 |
Ethics and Professionalism (3) |
Di Maria |
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Professional identity and role of the art therapist; the ethical practice of art therapy, including familiarity with ethical standards of AATA and ATCB as well as ACA and related fields; credentialing and licensure; public policy and advocacy for patients and for the profession. (Spring) |
| 275 |
Group Process (3) |
Tripp |
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Theoretical and experiential understanding of group art therapy and counseling methods and skills. Principles of group dynamics, therapeutic factors, member roles and behaviors, leadership styles and approaches, selection criteria, and short- and long-term group process. (Summer) |
| 280 |
Assessment Procedures (3) |
Bardot |
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Instruments and procedures used in assessment of psychological health and psychopathology as manifested in artwork and art-making. Statistical concepts, including reliability and validity; selection and administration of the assessment tool; effects of developmental level and cultural factors; documentation of the assessment; and formulation of treatment goals. (Spring) |
| 285 |
Special Projects in Art Therapy (arr.) |
Staff |
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Individual work based on research. Empirical, clinical, and library research may be undertaken, as well as the development of new procedures. Details to be worked out with each student. May be repeated for credit with advisor's approval. Open only to art therapy students. (Fall and spring) |
| 289 |
Special Topics (1 to 3) |
Staff |
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Connections between art therapy and other disciplines; new developments in the field. May be repeated for credit with approval of advisor. |
| 290 |
Advanced Issues in Psychotherapy and Art Therapy (1-3) |
Staff |
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Overview and application of one or more treatment models or theories to various mental and emotional disorders. Connections between the practice of art therapy and the techniques of other disciplines. |
| 293 |
Practicum in Art Therapy (1 or 2) |
Staff |
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A total of 900 hours of clinical fieldwork in a professional setting. Supervised clinical experience with clients or patients in psychiatric, rehabilitation, and education settings with children, adolescents, and adults. On-site individual supervision by clinical instructors; on-campus group supervision by faculty. Open only to art therapy students. |
| 295 |
Culminating Project (1) |
Staff |
