Important notice: This course is run as a huge class. There are 1300 posts in the Q/A as people post there work, discuss theories, case studies, Art Therapy Exercises and then share the artwork done. If you do not like discussion and participation then this is not for you but if you like this unique approach - 60 posts a day! - and want to be part of a large 'family' then enrol.
NO ADD ON COST FOR THE OXFORD DIPLOMA. (Bronze, Silver and Gold)
Note: Course image submitted by a student on the course.
Much of the information, case studies and examples in this course are nowhere else on the internet. So a lot of this work (but not all) is ORIGINAL. Where appropriate, published studies are references and websites linked to.
Another real strength of this course is the degree of participation in the Q/A section as people show how they really enjoy studying on this course, posting examples etc. Questions are quickly commented on and the overall ethos is to share and learn...and enjoy...
TEN IMPORTANT SECTIONS:
1. Art Therapy - Theory and Practice
2. Art Therapy on set. Art therapy in use on film sets
3. DBT: Distress Tolerance skill: Prayer - combined with Art Therapy
4. The Joy of 22. 22 extra lectures added going through specific Art Therapy exercises.
5. Stress causes.....a short section dealing with stress reduction (and saving lives)
6. Art Therapy and the Solar System - how can the solar system be used in Art Therapy?
7. FOURTEEN Workbooks as follows:
125 page Workbook which includes analysis of paintings submitted by students on this course.
Christmas Art Therapy
Hygge stopdoing
Art Therapy
Viewing art
Art therapy and Depression
Making or just doing
Art Therapy, Anxiety and Depression
Art Therapy and Mindfulness
Coping with the 2020s
Make the 2020 one of joy
30 day challenge
Art and Anxiety
TBA
8. 31-day Challenge (plus Workbook) - the final push!
9. Art Therapy, Telehealth and Parolees (added January 2021)
PLUS:
Introduction (in detail)
Mind Maps
COVID-19
English Language
FAQ
10. Student section
This is a collection of art work created by people on this course. By looking through this section (a new lecture roughly every two weeks) you will get a real 'feel' for the work done here!
Latest review:
"This is a phenomenal instructor and the course is exceptional. The instructor has a very soothing voice which creates a very comfortable learning environment. The way the material is presented in this class is very refreshing, authentic and inspiring. Everything is clearly laid out. This has been one of my favorite classes I've taken on Udemy so far. I highly recommend this class to anybody who would like to learn more about mindful art therapy."
- Marie Pi
This is a course unique on Udemy.
Not because of content - many courses have'therapy' as part of the curriculum. What makes this course unique is the use of films and plays - in which the Instructor acts/writes/directs - that have been shown at festivals and/or performed in London UK, Poland, Czech Republic and at fringe festivals in the UK
By the use of theatre/film we explore the use of painting and art as a whole, in dealing with depression. BUT we also look at MANY examples of Art Therapy exercises. (170+)
Main topics covered:
Art therapy and the Solar System
Depression in Children
Beautiful painting (a film)
Art and mindfulness
Making art
Looking at art
Paintings submitted by children have been added to the film at the end, following our request for contributors
Eco-therapy
Numerous Art Therapy exercises
DBT - Distress Tolerance and Prayer
Stress reduction
31 day challenge
The content is part anecdotal - using the Instructor's experience as a theatre director and actor in films - and part based on research. Published studies are referred to, in support of the points made.
So this is a course for those who are academically interested but also those who wish to try and experience how art therapy may be used to overcome depression.
Questions and discussion are encouraged. Comments on Educational Announcements are welcome...
The course also includes a workbook covering the following:
Mind Mapping and Setting the Scene
Links and further reading
From my students…
Four Exercises to do
100 Further Ideas
Working with Tom
Using art to guide adults
How to do Art Therapy at home
Art Therapy and stress
Analysing your own drawing
Art therapy and mental illnesses
Can I do art therapy on my own?
Art Therapy Interventions
Conclusion
A special section on Art Therapy Resources and also Becoming an Art Therapist
A whole new section has been added: DBT Distress Tolerance (Art Therapy and the use of Prayer)
THIS COURSE INCLUDES ORIGINAL ARTWORK SUBMITTED BY STUDENTS THAT APPEARS NOWHERE ELSE ON THE INTERNET
Workbook: Art Therapy for the Elderly:
Challenges for the elderly and how Art Therapy may help
The benefits of an Art Therapy programme for Seniors
The Creativity and Aging study
Benefits of Art Therapy for Seniors and points to bear in mind
Some Art Therapy exercises – chosen by you – that would be beneficial to Seniors
Victoria Nazarevich
Therapeutic Thematic Arts Programming for Older Adults Method