Transforming Trauma through Art: A Comprehensive Introduction to Art Therapy
What's In It For Me
Participants will gain understanding of the roles both process and product in image-making play in art therapy, and ways to develop art themes for therapeutic interventions with a trauma-informed lens based on recent developments in neurobiological frameworks.
Course Overview
This course is intended to introduce professionals working with individuals across the human development using trauma-informed art interventions as understood from a psychotherapeutic and neurobiological framework. The construct of trauma will be explored from a developmental perspective, and the role of art therapy interventions will be based on neurobiological and psychodynamic understanding. It will combine experiential components with lectures and case-studies, to introduce participants to principles and practices of trauma-informed art therapy.
Who Should Attend
Teachers, counsellors, psychologists, social workers, professional caregivers, clinical supervisors with experience working with children and adolescents
Course Duration
2 days
Total Training Duration (Hour)
14 hours
Course Outline
Day 1
• Defining art therapy through a historical lens
• Art Therapy as a profession
• Ethics and professional issues
• Attachment theory and art therapy as a relational intervention
• Childhood traumatic stress, bereavement and grief
• Impact of trauma from a neurobiological perspective
Day 2
• Sensorimotor Art Therapy
• Introduction to adverse childhood experience framework and impact of developmental trauma
• How does creative arts as a therapeutic tool enhance trauma-informed interventions
• Provide safety, support and coping skills
• Develop art themes as a form of emotional expression
• Understand potential and limitations of art media
Medium of Instruction & Trainer
Ms. Jolene Chang, a Registered Senior Art Psychotherapist accredited by ANZACATA.
Jolene is a firm advocate of the transformative power of art therapy, which enables clients to express and process their emotions. Her approach places emphasis on the creative arts, providing a psychologically safe space for clients facing life's challenges and dealing with adverse childhood experiences and trauma. Jolene's psychodynamic-oriented and integrative approach allows her to deeply connect with clients' unique family backgrounds, attachment patterns, and developmental stages. She offers compassionate care and guidance, facilitating healing through creative arts and self-expression. Her expertise and dedication are invaluable in the realm of art therapy and mental health support.
One of the most meaningful projects Jolene had the opportunity to lead was "Tapestries of Grief: Witnessing through Art Therapy" in September 2021. This community art exhibition was conceptualized to support bereaved individuals and helping professionals who had experienced loss, especially during the pandemic, by creating "remembrance ball" artworks. The event saw over 450 artworks contributed by bereaved persons and helping professionals. This project stands as a testament to the power of art therapy in helping individuals cope with their grief and move towards emotional healing. Jolene's expertise and dedication shine through her involvement in such impactful initiatives in the field of art therapy and mental health support.
Funding Information
NCSS member and MSF-funded Social Service Agencies are able to apply for PCG Funding, pre-approved at 45% for SC and SPR.
Course Pre-Requisites
Price
| Course Fee Payable | ||
|---|---|---|
| Original Fee | Before GST | With GST (9%) |
| Course Fee | $700.00 | $763.00 |
| Corporate Pricing (Fee payable to Training Provider) | ||
| Non-SME | Before GST | With GST (9%) |
| NCSS PCG 45% funding (SC/PRs) | $385.00 | $419.65 |
| SME | Before GST | With GST (9%) |
| NCSS PCG 45% funding (SC/PRs) | $385.00 | $419.65 |
Early Bird Fee: S$ 600 (before GST) (register & pay by 15 Oct 2024)
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