NC Art Therapy Association
North Carolina Chapter of the American Art Therapy Association Welcome to the North Carolina chapter of the American Art Therapy Association!
The American Art Therapy Association, Inc. is an organization of professionals dedicated to the belief that making art is healing and life enhancing. Its mission is to serve its members and the general public by providing standards of professional competence, and developing and promoting knowledge in, and of, the field of art therapy. The North Carolina chapter of the American Art Therapy Associat
25/05/2022
Considering graduate training in art therapy? Check out the American Art Therapy Association webinar about this TONIGHT!
Considering going to grad school for ? Join us on 5/25 for session 2 of Journey to Art Therapy.
Current graduate students will give tips + insight on choosing a master’s program, the application process, + more!
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07/04/2022
The American Art Therapy Association is pleased to launch a 4-part virtual series, Journey to Art Therapy, April 20 - July 13.
Learn more about the practice of through the diverse stories of individuals' journeys into the field. It’s FREE, everyone is welcome!
Journey to Art Therapy - American Art Therapy Association The American Art Therapy Association is pleased to launch a new virtual series entitled Journey to Art Therapy!
09/03/2022
AATA stands in strong opposition to the national trend of anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation typified by Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill, colloquially known as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. At a time when our nation’s young people are already facing a mental health emergency, further stigmatizing LGBTQIA+ youth will only make it more challenging for them to seek help, and may result in many spiraling into crisis.
AATA Statement Opposing Legislative Proposals Targeting LGBTQIA+ Students - American Art Therapy Association The American Art Therapy Association (AATA) stands in strong opposition to the national trend of anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation typified by Florida's Parental Rights in Education bill, colloquially known as the
02/03/2022
Coming up at the NCMA
VIRTUAL CREATIVE PROCESSING FOR FAMILIES: UNCERTAINTY
Reflect together on big (and sometimes tough) ideas about the world and ourselves through art. This virtual workshop includes a guided group conversation about works of art with an expressive arts therapist and hands-on art making with a focus on exploration.
Virtual Creative Processing for Families: Uncertainty Reflect together on big (and sometimes tough) ideas about the world and ourselves through art. This virtual workshop includes a guided group conversation about works of art with an expressive arts…
13/02/2022
"Art therapy has been an added layer of support and, particularly for younger students who may not have the language for what’s happening to them, has provided a unique service."
Tired of seeing barriers disrupt mental health support for students, this district redesigned its process Students' lack of transportation or insurance can make mental health referrals futile for schools. So this district brought services in-house.
11/02/2022
In North Carolina and the Triangle, Therapists Use Art for Recovery and Healing “Art-making is inherently therapeutic. [Art therapy] creates a space for people to have the benefits of just processing the meaning and content of whatever comes up in their artwork."