Date of Award
Spring 5-18-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
MAE - Master of Arts in Expressive Therapies
Department
Expressive Therapies
Advisor
Kelvin Ramirez, PhD, ATR-BC, LCAT
Abstract
Adolescence is a pivotally important developmental stage for individuals. During this time, adolescents begin the journey of discovering the many facets of their identities. This capstone thesis explores how the discipline of art therapy can aid adolescents in the formation of their understanding of specific parts of their identities. Workshops offered at a community mental health organization collected data via surveys, observable experiences, and art. These workshops offered clients a safe space to artistically express their identity. Results of the exercise provide indications that art therapy could be used as a positive aid in adolescent identity formation.
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Recommended Citation
Force, Victoria, "Art Therapy as a Tool for Enhancing Adolescent Identity Formation, Self-Knowing, and Empowerment." (2019). Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses. 162.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_theses/162
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