Introduction to Art Therapy: Day Three ‘Groups and Widening Circles’ (Online)

Book via University of Hertfordshire: https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/short/an-introduction-to-art-therapy-online

## About the course

A creative and explorative workshop series involving therapeutic art making, group learning and reflection. The series comprises of three day-long workshops over one semester. You may wish to attend one day or the whole series.

This workshop series provides you with an introduction to art therapy through the areas below:

#### Workshop One

Introduction to Art Therapy: New Growth - This day provides an overview of practices and theories in art therapy

#### Workshop Two

Introduction to Art Therapy and Mindfulness - This day introduces the integration of art therapy and mindfulness

#### Workshop Three

Art Therapy – Groups and Widening Circles - This day widens our focus to include groups and systems

You will learn through an experiential process, including self-expression with art materials and sharing in small and large groups. Learning includes taught presentations and discussions. During each session, you will be given support and guidance by the facilitator. Suggested themes will be offered on each day and you can choose to explore.
You will find more details about the content of each workshop below.

#### Who is this three-day series for:

• These courses are open to anyone over the age of 18 who has an interest in finding out more about Art Therapy and previous experience is not a pre-requisite.
• You may be interested in this area for your own personal development and wellbeing or for professional development.
• As a first step in future training in this area (e.g. Foundation, MA programme)
• Previous participants have included: teachers, care workers, artists, mental health professionals, social workers and counsellors.
• You can sign up for one or all three sessions.
• Information on further training opportunities on our University’s Art Therapy and Wellbeing Foundation course, and/or Art Therapy Masters Professional Training will be provided at the end of each session.
• A willingness to engage in art making is helpful.