Art Therapy - Creative Therapies in Practice series

3.98 ( 42 Ratings by Goodreads)
Art Therapy

Art Therapy - Creative Therapies in Practice series

3.98 (42 Ratings by Goodreads)
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Published: 16 December, 2013
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This bestselling introduction to art therapy brings theory to life through case material and examples of real artwork produced during therapy sessions. Practising art therapist Dave Edwards explains key theoretical ideas - such as symbolism, play, transference and interpretation - and shows how these relate to practice.

As well as providing useful information on training, employment and the role of the HPC, the book offers extra practical guidance on:

- assessing clients

- establishing and maintaining boundaries

- ending therapy

- private practice.  

Now even more practical and accessible, this fully updated Second Edition includes a glossary, chapter summaries and other learning features. Case studies from a variety of settings shillustrate the application of art therapy in real-life scenarios.  

This book offers an excellent foundation on which to build future knowledge and skills and should be on the shelf of every art therapy trainee and new practitioner.

David Edwards is an experienced HCPC registered art therapist who lives and works in Sheffield, UK.

 

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Type Book
ISBN13 9781446201800
ISBN10 1446201805
Number Of Pages 200
Item Weight 300 g
Publisher / Reseller SAGE Publications Ltd
Format paperback
Edition 2nd Revised edition
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For a comprehensive, and  thoughtful introduction to Art Therapy this is possibly the best place to start. -- Nicholas D. Stein
David Edwards′ updated Art Therapy 2nd edition aptly manages to convey a breadth as well as a depth of the profession.This book′s accessible and lively style makes it an excellent primary text to gain a comprehensive understanding of art therapy. It makes for essential reading for people interested in the field as well as students and professionals alike.
-- Jonathan Isserow

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Author's Bio

David Edwards is University Counsellor at University of Sheffield, and a psychodynamic psychotherapist for Derbyshire Dales Community Mental Health Service.

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