Counseling Children with Art Therapy

Abstract

The use of visual arts in counseling children is explored. The benefits associated with the use of art therapy include helping counselors access thoughts and emotions that may not be verbalized. Art therapy is a productive, non-threatening method of expression for children. It assists the counseling process in revealing the child’s family dynamics or systems, self-expression, conflicts and perspective. Various techniques and goals are explored in this poster.

Presenters

James (Todd) Mc Gahey
Professor, Professional Counseling and Leadership, Jacksonville State University, Alabama, United States

Details

Presentation Type

Poster Exhibit/Session

Theme

Arts Education

KEYWORDS

Art, Counseling, Children

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