| Art Therapy Contributor(s): Edwards, David (Author) |
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ISBN: 1446201791 ISBN-13: 9781446201794 Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd OUR PRICE: $172.90 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: February 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychotherapy - Counseling |
| Dewey: 615.851 |
| LCCN: 2013937535 |
| Series: Creative Therapies in Practice |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.4" W x 9.3" (0.90 lbs) 200 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This bestselling introduction to art therapy brings theory to life through case material and examples of real artwork produced during therapy sessions. Practising art therapist Dave Edwards explains key theoretical ideas - such as symbolism, play, transference and interpretation - and shows how these relate to practice. As well as providing useful information on training, employment and the role of the HPC, the book offers extra practical guidance on: - assessing clients - establishing and maintaining boundaries - ending therapy - private practice. Now even more practical and accessible, this fully updated Second Edition includes a glossary, chapter summaries and other learning features. Case studies from a variety of settings shillustrate the application of art therapy in real-life scenarios. This book offers an excellent foundation on which to build future knowledge and skills and should be on the shelf of every art therapy trainee and new practitioner.
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Contributor Bio(s): Edwards, David: - David Edwards is University Counsellor at University of Sheffield, and a psychodynamic psychotherapist for Derbyshire Dales Community Mental Health Service. |