CREATIVE ARTS THERAPY (ART THERAPY AND MUSIC

THERAPY)

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Giving form to internal chaos. Non-verbal expression can be less

threatening.

ART

ART THERAPY• Use of portrait drawing and photography to promote self-monitoring and awareness • Use of portrait drawing to develop knowledge related to facial expressions • Enhance fine motor skills

Art Therapy: Definition A mental health profession that uses the

creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages.

Based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem, self- awareness, and achieve insight”

Refers to the application of art with the intent to enhance functioning.

Art Therapy: Activity 1 Brainstorm feeling words Assign each word a color Draw a heart Color in the heart the amount of each

color that you are feeling

Is Art Therapy founded?

Google images

Art Therapy: Claims “As a graphic, nonverbal means of communication,

art can provide relief to the child for whom verbal communication is frustrating, overwhelming, too direct, or even nonexistent” (Martin, 2008).

“Art therapy can utilize the child’s visual strengths to address treatment goals while providing a socially appropriate outlet for self-stimulatory behaviors and sensory needs” (Martin, 2008).

“Use of icons, symbols, and social stories help the children to remember what they were taught” (Epp, 2008).

Art Therapy:History 1900s

◦ Psychiatrists began being interested in patients’ art. ◦ Educators recognized artwork reflected children’s

development/growth. 1914: Margaret Naumberg starts Children’s

School◦ Often identified as the founder of art therapy

Art therapy started to be included with traditional talk therapy

1940s: Distinct discipline emerged 1970s: Division in art therapists

◦ Art therapy: innate healing power of making art ◦ Art psychotherapy: art as a healing tool within a

framework of verbal psychotherapy

Art Therapy: Models Acting/Filming Photography Painting Drawing

◦ Portrait drawing Art as expression of feelings Art as nonverbal communication

Art Therapy: Settings Work with health professionals in palliative care

programs Prisons Trauma relief teams Personal growth classes School systems Children who are terminally ill Children who are autistic

Art Therapy: Interventions Interventions designed to address:

◦ Imagination/abstract thinking deficits◦ Sensory regulation and integration ◦ Emotions/self-expression◦ Nonverbal communication◦ Socialization◦ Recreational/leisure skills◦ Visual-spatial deficits◦ Improving motor skills

Art Therapy: Parent reports

“It has given her confidence, self-esteem,” Mrs. Bigioni said. “She is proud of the work she does. It has brought friendships – peers and facilitators – developed a sense of community” (Joseph, 2011).

Eight Essential Processes of Art Therapy

Authenticity Catharsis Projection Sublimination

Balancing Locus of Control

Identification of Developmental Ego States

Integration Transcendence

Scott, E.H., & C. Ross( 2008).

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MUSIC THERAPY

◦ Increases social responsiveness◦ Decreases problem behaviors ◦ Enhances auditory processing

Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to

accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed

professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.

MUSIC: “THE UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE”

The most fundamental experience of life.

Restores internal connections.

RHYTHM (MUSIC)

Healing Processes in Group Dance Therapy

Synchrony

Expression

Rhythm

Vitalization

Integration

Cohesion

Education

Symbolism

Schmais,C. Ph.D, ADTR,( 1982)

Movement experiences play a vital role in the growth and development of the young child

Non-verbal interaction and communication as precursor to language and cognitive development

Role of non-verbal communication in bonding and attachment

Why are dance and movement important for early years children?

Unity of self (body and mind), movement as mirror of one’s identity and personality

Through dance and movement play children can learn having fun!

Dance and Movement can facilitate the creative learning process and has recently been recognized as an important element in the curriculum in schools

Why are dance and movement important for early years children?

Dance Movement Therapy (DMT):◦ Kinesthetic empathy, mirroring◦ Working in circle & other forms (relationships)◦ Symbolism, movement metaphor◦ Rhythm◦ Verbalization

Use of music, props, dramatic/narrative elements

Methodology: How?

Structure of a session:- Welcoming activity (verbal/non-verbal)- Warm-up- Theme Development- Closure (include relaxation)- Short discussion

Different aspects or activities can be used for various purposes as part of other sessions/lessons

Methodology: How?

Early years’ children attending mainstream schools Young children attending special or inclusive

schools/educational settings (children with typical and atypical development)

For whom?

Develops sensori-motor awareness and skills;

Reconnects with developmental progression of physical

and human expression.

MOVEMENT

An ancient form of physical expression and creativity; release (catharsis).

The psychotherapeutic use of movement as a process which furthers the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual integration of the person

(ADTA).

DANCE

Promote creativity Improve concentration and learning

skills (i.e. by helping manage feelings that interrupt learning)

Enhancing body, spatial, kinesthetic awareness and self-awareness

Improving self-image, self-esteem and personal autonomy

Benefits for children with typical and atypical development

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Poetry Therapy, or poetry which is used for healing and personal growth, may be

traced back to primitive man, who used religious rites in which shamans and

witchdoctors chanted poetry for the well-being of the tribe or individual.

NAPT, 2010

POETRY

Teamwork, Cohesion,

Community.An opportunity to renegotiate

and succeed.

GAMES

Creative & social communication; social discourse; transformation; collective

expression

"the systematic and intentional use of drama/theater processes, products, and associations to achieve the therapeutic goals of symptom relief, emotional and

physical integration and personal growth." An active approach that helps the client tell his or her story to solve a problem, achieve a catharsis, extend the depth and breadth of inner experience, understand the meaning of images, and strengthen the ability to

observe personal roles while increasing flexibility between roles.

NDTA, 2010

DRAMA

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CONSIDERATIONS Boundaried-ness vs. Defensiveness Age & Developmental Stage Culture

Rudolf Steiner

“The task of the educator is not to fill up the child, but to draw forth from the child his/her wisdom and experience…children come into this world full.”