Art Therapy Awareness Training Resources
Art Therapy Awareness - Health and Social Care Training Resources PowerPoint Presentation and Word Documents (handout and Learning Activities to stimulate what art therapy feels like). All editable. Presentation is in sections. Presentation (59 Slides) Aims and Objectives Introduction SECTION - Introduction to Art Therapy Introduction History and Development Early Roots Emergence as a Profession Foundational Theories Professionalisation and Training Expansion and Diversification SECTION - How Art Therapy Combines Psychotherapy with Creative Expression Non Verbal Communication Symbolic Expression Creative Process Metaphor and Narrative Therapeutic Relationship SECTION - Overview of the Therapeutic Process in Art Therapy Assessment and Engagement Art Making and Expression Exploration and Reflection Insight and Integration Closure and Follow Up End Comments SECTION - Different Care Settings Where Art Therapy is Utilised Introduction Hospitals and Medical Settings Schools and Educationa...
Art Therapy Awareness - Health and Social Care Training Resources
59‑slide presentation • 5 learning activities • 2 handouts
All files editable.
Exploring the history, theory, therapeutic process, care settings and benefits of art therapy — all written in accessible, sector‑specific language for Health & Social Care environments.
Art therapy provides a powerful, non‑verbal way for individuals to express emotions, process trauma, build confidence and improve wellbeing.
It is used across mental health, dementia care, rehabilitation, community support, education and older people’s services.
Staff who understand the principles of art therapy can better support emotional expression, reduce distress and promote person‑centred care.
What learners will understand
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What art therapy is and how it developed as a profession
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How creative expression supports emotional wellbeing
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How art therapy combines psychotherapy with creativity
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The stages of the therapeutic process, from assessment to closure
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Where art therapy is used across Health & Social Care settings
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Which professionals incorporate art therapy into their practice
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The key benefits, including communication, empowerment, mindfulness and emotional release
Presentation (59 slides) covering:
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Introduction to Art Therapy
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History & Development
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Foundational Theories
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How Art Therapy Combines Psychotherapy & Creative Expression
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Overview of the Therapeutic Process
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Care Settings Where Art Therapy Is Used
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Professionals Who Use Art Therapy
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Benefits of Art Therapy
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Summary & Further Reading
Word Documents:
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Art Therapy Activity Worksheet
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Self‑Portrait Collage Activity
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Art Therapy Definition, History & Benefits Handout
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Case Study Analysis Activity
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Group Discussion Activity
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| Title | Art Therapy Awareness Training Resources |
|---|---|
| Brand | HSC Training Link |
| Category | Presentation Packs |
| SKU | QKCGzgj |
| Condition | new |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| MPN | QKCGzgj |
