Collage as a Facilitator of Connection and Belonging: An Application of Art Therapy with SGM Clients
Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Expressive Therapies
Major
Expressive Therapies
First Advisor
Raquel Stephenson
Abstract
This research explored themes of connection and belonging in SGM clients in individual art therapy sessions through the medium of collage. An arts-based research method was developed utilizing the medium of collage in session with clients, followed with reflective response collages and journaling to analyze the data observed. Across 5 art therapy sessions, clients engaging in collage facilitated deeper therapeutic rapport and safety, enhanced a sense of connection with the self, and helped to process barriers and desires around clients’ close relationships.
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Recommended Citation
Shems, Noa L., "Collage as a Facilitator of Connection and Belonging: An Application of Art Therapy with SGM Clients" (2025). Expressive Therapies Theses. 70.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_therapies_theses/70
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