Adler School of Professional Psychology Catalog 2008 – 2009

450 Lifespan Development in Art Therapy 3 Credits
This course presents theories of psychological development and graphic
development that provide models for understanding human behavior across the
lifespan. Art therapy perspectives and interventions are presented through
readings, lectures, art making activities, and class discussion.
451 Sociocultural and Multicultural Approaches 3 Credits
in Art Therapy
Through readings, lectures, and art-based activities students address a broad
spectrum of cultural factors that influence art therapy practice. Issues and tools
to develop cultural competence in art therapy practice are presented.
452 Theories and Methods of Intervention 3 Credits
in Art Therapy I: Families and Older Adults
The focus of this course is family dynamics and treatment strategies in
culturally diverse families and varied family constellations including older adults.
Readings, presentations and art-based activities provide the class learning
experiences.
453 Theories and Methods of Intervention 3 Credits
in Art Therapy II
Through readings, class presentations and discussions, and art making
activities, this course provides information and skills-building exercises on the
trauma spectrum, loss and grief, and effects of trauma on diverse populations
of children and adults.
466 Studio Art for Art Therapists 3 Credits
This course is a studio class to gain skills, develop visual art techniques and
explore personal creativity.
467-468 M.A. Practicum Seminar in Art Therapy I & II 1 Credit per term
Required: Concurrent with 480-481. In a group consultation model, this course
provides students in practicum with group discussion on art therapy practicum
topics and issues. The focus is on increasing knowledge, skills and professional
growth within ethical, socially responsible and culturally diverse perspectives in
art therapy.
472 Basic Intervention and Assessment Skills 3 Credits
Upholding the complementary relationship between assessment and
intervention, this course is designed to provide students with the foundational
knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level clinical practice. In the area of
intervention, the course familiarizes students with the essential elements of the
psychotherapeutic relationship, common factors in counseling and
psychotherapy, meta-theoretical views on human change processes and basic
multicultural competency in helping relationships. In the area of assessment,
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