Art Therapy
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:16th Dec '13
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£155.00(9781446201794)

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.
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
I wasn′t able to require this book. Thank you. -- Dr Bassima Schbley * drupal *
useful for all students because they can consider appraoches that move beyond words alone. Loved the book! -- Dr Lyndsey Moon * drupal *
Brilliant insight and good for students to develop and understand Art Therapy concepts. -- Miss Emma Humphreys * drupal *
The text provides useful insight regarding the design of art therapy interventions with diverse client groups. It is a highly recommended book for academics, practitioners and clinicians -- Mr Gwatirera Javangwe * drupal *
This book has lots of nice ideas and illustrations and we found that the techniques and methods discussed are easily transferable and inspire you to be creative in your own work. -- Mr Peter Trowsdale * drupal *
A little too specialist for the art programmes we offer. -- Mrs Catherine Carden * drupal *
I would highly recommend this book for any counsellor and psychotherapist, play therapist, supervisor or student who is ready to expand their creativity and engage in art therapy. -- Mrs Gisela Oates * drupal *
This is going to form the basis of a whole new session focussing on the links between art teaching a wellbeing. A really useful book. -- Mrs Kaytie Holdstock * drupal *
Interesting content. Used by some of my ITE art specialist students as supplemental reading for their own research. -- Mrs Ros Steward * drupal *
A good, accessible introduction to the subject of art therapy with an overview of the history, guidance on different practical considerations and some helpful case illustrations as well as clear references for further reading. Not as in-depth in terms of clinical practice and reflection as other texts, more of a practical introduction to the field and career path. -- Ms Lucy Dixon * drupal *
ISBN: 9781446201800
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 300g
200 pages
2nd Revised edition