Foundations of Art Therapy: A Comprehensive Introduction

By Meera Rastogi, this book offers an essential and comprehensive introduction to the field of art therapy. It blends relevant psychological and neuroscience research, theories, and concepts, infusing cultural diversity throughout each chapter. The text includes full-color photos, informative charts, and case examples, divided into four parts, starting with the basics of art therapy knowledge and concluding with professional practices in art therapy.

The Fundamentals of Art Therapy

This section covers art therapy founders, art materials, multicultural perspectives, intersections with neuroscience, and research methods. It provides a solid foundation for understanding the field of art therapy, making it suitable for undergraduate art therapy courses.

Theoretical Approaches to Art Therapy

This part of the book offers an overview and in-depth explorations of different theoretical approaches to the practice of art therapy. It integrates current research on art therapy with specific populations, including children, mental health, older adults, and trauma.

Art Therapy Professional Practices

The book concludes with art therapy professional practices in group concepts, community-based art therapy, and developing a career in the field. Each chapter contains chapter objectives, practical applications, ethical considerations, reflection questions, experiential exercises, and a list of terms.

Why This Book?

Foundations of Art Therapy provides a unique, practical, and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the field of art therapy. It appeals to those who want an introduction to the field’s theories, research, and practice, as well as those seeking a comprehensive understanding of the foundations of art therapy.

Key Features

• Full-color photos, informative charts, and case examples
• Definitions, key details, and clear explanations of major concepts
• Evidence-based research and attention to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in each chapter
• Reader experiential activities and reflection questions to enhance deeper levels of processing
• Instructor resources that include: chapter outlines, experiential classroom activities, and lecture enhancements, multiple choice and short answer questions for each chapter

Publication Details

Foundations of Art Therapy is published by Elsevier Science, with a publication date of June 30, 2022. The language of the book is English, and the ISBNs are 9780128243084 and 9780128243091.