(Oxford) Diploma Practising Art Therapy - actually DOING it

Discover the Power of Art Therapy: A Comprehensive Online Course

This engaging online course offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of art therapy with insights from four international instructors. Learn practical art therapy exercises and techniques designed to promote emotional well-being and self-discovery.

What Makes This Art Therapy Course Special?

• Multiple Perspectives: Benefit from four distinct instructors – Sara, Pepe, Elina, and Chris – each bringing a unique approach to art therapy.
• Expanded Resources: With four instructors, you gain four times the usual resources, including diverse art therapy exercises and a wealth of knowledge.
• Interactive Learning: Engage with instructors through Q&A sessions, discussions, and opportunities to expand on course topics.
• Real-World Application: This course is focused on doing art therapy, with practical exercises and techniques you can use.
• Community Driven: The course is evolving based on student input, with opportunities for you to contribute and shape its development.

Course Content Highlights:

• Art Therapy Exercises: Sara guides you through a variety of art therapy exercises she uses in her classes.
• Cartoon-Based Exploration: Pepe uses cartoons to represent words, concepts, and thoughts, sparking creative exploration.
• Process & Reflection: Elina shares her thought process, demonstrates art therapy exercises, and reflects on the experience.
• Course Overview & Discussion: Chris provides a comprehensive overview of the course material and facilitates discussions.
• Understanding Emotions Through Art: A dedicated section explores different emotions in art, analyzing artwork, and the connection between abstract art and feelings.
• Poetry Therapy: A two-part section delves into poetry therapy, featuring poems from and interviews with members of The Stroke Club in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.
• Art Therapy for Emotional Well-being: Learn how art therapists help individuals understand and manage their emotions.

Course Structure:

• Lectures: In-depth presentations on key art therapy concepts.
• Educational Announcements: Important updates and information.
• Q&A Discussions: Engage with instructors and fellow students in interactive discussions.
• Ongoing Development: Expect new lectures and content additions as the course progresses, including student-submitted poetry therapy videos.