Spirituality and Art Therapy: Living the Connection - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1853029521 ISBN 13: 9781853029523

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley, 2009

Synopsis

Reflecting the increasing recognition of the importance of the spiritual in healing, Spirituality and Art Therapy is an exciting exploration of the different ways in which the spiritual forms an essential, life-enhancing component of a well-rounded therapeutic approach. The contributors are leading art therapists who write from diverse perspectives, including Christian, Jewish, Buddhist and shamanic. They explain how their own spiritual and creative influences interact, finding expression in the use of art as a healing agent with specific populations, such as bereaved children, emotionally disturbed adolescents, and the homeless. The relationships between spirituality and visual art, art therapy and transpersonal psychology are examined. Story and image are interwoven in the spiritual journeys of therapists and clients, and suggested creative exercises make this an accessible, practical resource for those who desire to understand and execute an holistic method of therapy. Arguing that art therapists can mediate between the sacred and the mundane, this pioneering book is an affirmation of the transformative power of art therapy.

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Review:

The book has obvious relevance for art therapists, whether for classroom or personal use, as well as for teachers and artists. For practitioners of spiritual traditions, this book provides a view into the ways that spiritual ideas can inform and motivate practical work in the world, forming the foundation of a healing practice. --Religious Studies Review

This book is as practical as it is inspiring. --Deborah Bowman, Naropa University

This is an important book for anyone using art for healing. It has the added dimension of providing tools for the spiritual search. I recommend it highly. --Lucia Capacchione

From the Author:

Mimi Farrelly-Hansen, artist, art therapist and licensed professional counselor, is founder and current adjunct faculty member of the Art Therapy and Transpersonal Counseling Psychology program at Naropa University, Boulder, Colorado. For the last eighteen years she has provided art therapy services for sexually abused clients (children, adults and couples), transracially adopted children, and participants in spiritual growth retreats and workshops.

About this edition

• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1853029521
• ISBN 13: 9781853029523
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 286
• Editor: Mimi Farrelly-Hansen