Some Different Methods in Art Therapy showcases three examples of three highly qualified art therapists working with different clients. In each segment the creative adaption of any method to meet the clients’ needs is emphasized. Therapy, like art, is not one-size fits all.
First, we see Toshiko Kobayashi, a Japanese-American who studied and practices art therapy in the U.S., adapting the ancient art of Origami for clinical work with a variety of patient populations.
Next, we see Kate Collie and Davor Cubranic, two of the earliest pioneers to offer art therapy through the Internet, demonstrate the creative computer art program and the inventive methodology they developed for working with a group of adults unable to come to a clinic.
Lastly, we see Dr. Ellen Horovitz tell the story of a collaboration with a therapist in another discipline in order to treat a child needing the skills of each. The flexibility of the two clinicians is a model of mutually respectful collaboration, applicable to working with any other professional in a playful yet intentional manner.
This video was formerly included in the Expressive Media Arts Therapies Films Collection distributed by Expressive Media Inc.
