Social Action Art Therapy in a Time of Crisis

Social Action Art Therapy in a Time of Crisis outlines theories and models of social action art therapy, identifies its application in times of crisis, and explores the ways in which art therapy can work effectively for individuals and groups experiencing crisis.

List of contents

1. Introduction 2. Social action art therapy, ecotherapy, and arts-based research methods 3. Belonging, imagination, and modernity 4. Violence, asylum, and refuge 5. Climate crisis 6. Conclusion Appendix: Example workshop plans

About the author

Dr Jamie Bird is a senior lecturer and researcher based at the University of Derby, United Kingdom. He is an associate editor of the International Journal of Art Therapy.

Summary

Social Action Art Therapy in a Time of Crisis outlines theories and models of social action art therapy, identifies its application in times of crisis, and explores the ways in which art therapy can work effectively for individuals and groups experiencing crisis.

Product details

• Authors: Jamie Bird, Bird Jamie
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.09.2022
• EAN: 9780367696221
• ISBN: 978-0-367-69622-1
• No. of pages: 150
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Psychology: general, reference works; PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Creative therapy (eg art, music, drama), Creative therapy / Expressive therapies