May 30, 02
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Art therapy~
Psychology and Art are two things that I'm extremely passionate about.. and to hear about a career that involved both got me very interested...
I've never really heard about this until this year..... but I think the concept of using art as a form of therapy is great since talking is not the only form of communication. Often patients have difficulty talking about their emotions and problems... so by communicating through art I think some people can more easily express themselves and their emotions... I think the power of visual communication hasn't yet been widely noticed... and although there isn't much of a demand now for this type of career, I really think it would be great if in the future it's use became more widespread~ As creative people yourselves, do you think this type of therapy will have a greater need in the future?... what do you think of it's potential? ~breezy Last edited by Breezy; May 30, 02 at 01:07 AM. 
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May 30, 02
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my best friend is an art therapsist this summer at the camp we are working at. from what i understand, you have them draw what they are feeling, and try to have them express themselves through art. It is also a way of interperating what is going on mentally. It becomes more of a positive emotional outlet.
as for schooling? i'm not too sure...easily attained info. though. it sounds really fascinating, so good luck if you are going into that field. I totally think that art therapy is a great outlet, and dance therapy as well, which i would like to look into. it is "new", so not as mainstream, but good luck!
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May 30, 02
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i was thinking about going into art therapy as well because it seems really interesting and fun. a friend of mine is taking CYCC at Douglas right now and is planning on becoming an art therapist :)
*huggles* nathaniel kristofer
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May 31, 02
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neat! okay, I never really knew how many ppl actually went into this career.. but it seems like there are some options out there!... Nathaniel, maybe one day we'll work together as art therapists! yayyyy! (ps.. I miss you! I've been sooo busy so I haven't called, but I haven't forgotten about you! *mwah*)
~breezy
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