Date of Award
Spring 5-18-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
MCM - MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Department
Expressive Therapies
Advisor
Christine Mayor
Abstract
Art therapists and art educators are continuing to define the boundaries of their professions while finding opportunities for collaboration. While there are limited studies focusing on art therapy with students, the existing research suggests that the interventions that have been done are associated with an increase of self-esteem, ability to communicate thoughts and feelings, and healthy self-expression for students. The topic question investigated in this paper is what are the emotional benefits of implementing art therapy for elementary students within art education? This literature review will explore what few have focused on, the overlap between art therapy and art education. This paper will analyze the existing literature and suggests there is promise in experimenting with the use of art therapy interventions within art education. In conclusion, art therapists and art educators need to continue further research in order to highlight the emotional benefits of art making in schools and to develop appropriate practice protocols.
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Recommended Citation
Rogers, Shannon, "Art Therapy and Art Education: A Conversation - A Critical Review of the Literature" (2019). Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses. 192.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_theses/192
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