College of Creative Arts: School of Art and Design
Art Therapy, BA
The BA in Art Therapy blends studio art training with psychology and counseling courses to provide future graduates foundations for pursuing careers in the field of art therapy, using visual art mediums to target therapeutic issues. You will learn to engage people through art and facilitate meaningful and expressive experiences.
Art Therapy students explore potential art therapy mediums including drawing, painting, clay sculpting, photography, collage work and papermaking and learn how to use these mediums to assist clients in psychological and mental wellness.
While a graduate degree is required to become a practicing art therapist, BA Art Therapy students learn valuable community arts facilitation skills to become comfortable with leading groups through art making and communications activities.