Creative Expression Art Therapy
Adult Education • 10 Day • €80
Preparation
- Upon acceptance to the course, participants will be directed to an online platform where they will have access to basic information, articles, videos and other resources on art therapy, creative expression, psychology, art and related topics.
- Participants will receive a guidance document that provides information about different art therapy techniques and practices.
- Prior to the course, an online meeting will be held with participants to discuss the course program, expectations, use of the online platform and other logistical information.
Course Description
This course aims to provide teachers, educators, adult learners and professionals working in the field of education with the necessary knowledge and skills to use art therapy techniques to explore creativity, self-expression and utilize the healing power of art. The course will provide detailed information and practical applications on the basic principles of art therapy, different art techniques (painting, sculpture, music, drama, writing, etc.), creativity processes, emotional expression, self-awareness, stress management and different application areas of art therapy (education, psychology, social work, etc.).
Objectives of the Course
- To understand the basic principles and aims of art therapy.
- To be able to use different art techniques for creative expression and therapeutic purposes.
- To understand and develop creativity processes.
- To acquire skills to express and process emotions through art.
- Using art for self-awareness and personal development.
- Utilize art therapy for stress management and emotional regulation.
- Recognize and evaluate different application areas of art therapy.
Methodology
- Interactive presentations and discussions
- Experiential learning and art workshops
- Group work and art sharing
- Creative process observations and analysis
- Applications of art therapy techniques
- Case studies and case studies
- Expert guest lectures and interaction with art therapists
- Online forums and discussion groups
- Peer learning and feedback
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to;
- Will be able to explain the basic principles and aims of art therapy.
- Will be able to use different art techniques for creative expression and therapeutic purposes.
- Will be able to understand and develop creativity processes.
- Express and process emotions through art.
- Use art for self-awareness and personal development.
- Utilize art therapy for stress management and emotional regulation.
- Recognize and evaluate different application areas of art therapy.
Following
- Participants will complete an online evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the course.
- After the course, participants will be able to stay in touch with each other and the trainers through the online platform, share their experiences and receive support.
- Participants will be encouraged to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their own work and personal development and to raise awareness of art therapy.
Daily schedule of training activities:
Day 1
Welcome and acquaintance
What is Art Therapy? Basic Principles and Application Areas
The healing power of art and its therapeutic use
Activity: Watching and discussing videos about art therapy
What is Art Therapy? Basic Principles and Application Areas
The healing power of art and its therapeutic use
Activity: Watching and discussing videos about art therapy
Day 2
Processes of Creativity: Inspiration, Expression and Transformation
Factors that hinder and support creativity
Activity Creativity exercises and experience sharing
Factors that hinder and support creativity
Activity Creativity exercises and experience sharing
Day 3
Painting and Creative Expression: Colors, Shapes and Symbols
Painting techniques and therapeutic applications
Event: Painting workshop Expressing emotions with colors
Painting techniques and therapeutic applications
Event: Painting workshop Expressing emotions with colors
Day 4
Sculpture and 3D Expression: Touch, Shape and Transform
Working with materials such as clay, stone, wood
Event: Sculpture workshop Shaping emotions
Working with materials such as clay, stone, wood
Event: Sculpture workshop Shaping emotions
Day 5
Music and Therapy: Rhythm, Melody and Harmony
Listening, playing music and writing lyrics
Event: Music workshop Expressing emotions through music
Listening, playing music and writing lyrics
Event: Music workshop Expressing emotions through music
Day 6
Drama and Role Play: Movement, Interaction and Transformation
Drama techniques and psychodrama applications
Event: Drama workshop Expressing emotions through movement
Drama techniques and psychodrama applications
Event: Drama workshop Expressing emotions through movement
Day 7
Creative Writing: Stories, Poems and Diaries
Writing techniques and therapeutic applications
Event: Creative writing workshop: Expressing emotions in writing
Writing techniques and therapeutic applications
Event: Creative writing workshop: Expressing emotions in writing
Day 8
Different Application Areas of Art Therapy: Education, Psychology, Social Work
The use of art therapy with children, adolescents and adults
Activity: Case studies and case studies
The use of art therapy with children, adolescents and adults
Activity: Case studies and case studies
Day 9
Art Therapy and Ethics: Boundaries, Privacy and Trust
Art therapist and client relationship
Activity: Discussion on ethical principles and responsibilities
Art therapist and client relationship
Activity: Discussion on ethical principles and responsibilities
Day 10
Course evaluation and closing
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection and future plans
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection and future plans
Target Audience
This course is suitable for teachers, educators, adult learners, art therapists, psychologists, social workers and all individuals interested in art and creativity in the field of Erasmus+ Adult Education.
