Full Description
The Creative Arts in Counseling presents an evidence-based exploration of how expressive therapies can be used effectively with clients of all ages and backgrounds. After an introduction to the history and benefits of using the arts in counseling, Dr. Gladding discusses the therapeutic use of music; dance/movement; imagery; visual arts; writing/literature; drama; humor; play; animal-assisted therapy; and horticulture, nature, and wilderness therapies. Text features include a new section on incorporating the creative arts in telebehavioral counseling, two-part chapter overviews, 96 creative reflections for self-discovery, 145 exercises for use in session, and a listing of creative arts and art therapies websites.
Contents
Chapter 1 History of, Rationale for, and Benefits of Using the Arts in Counseling
Chapter 2 Music and Counseling
Chapter 3 Dance and Movement in Counseling
Chapter 4 Imagery and Counseling
Chapter 5 Visual Arts and Counseling
Chapter 6 Writing and Literature in Counseling
Chapter 7 Drama and Counseling
Chapter 8 Humor in Counseling
Chapter 9 Play in Counseling
Chapter 10 Animal-Assisted Therapy in Counseling
Chapter 11 Horticultural, Nature, and Wilderness Therapies
Chapter 12 Trends in Counseling and the Creative Arts
Chapter 13 Creative Arts Exercises
Appendix General Creative Arts and Art Therapies Websites
