Art Therapy with Veterans

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Synopsis

With both personal and professional insight from a range of contributors, this informative guide highlights the use of art therapy in a range of settings to support military veterans. Offering a wealth of knowledge on this approach and the variety of current programs available, this is an invaluable resource for all therapists looking to provide support for this population.Chapters explore the use of art therapy in a range of different settings, including museum programs, open studio therapy and assisted living environments, as well as large group therapy at treatment facilities for active-duty service members. It also offers rare insight into the effectiveness of art therapy in supporting veterans who are processing military sexual trauma, moral injury and countertransference, filling essential gaps in knowledge within this area.As demand for this practice continues to grow, Art Therapy with Veterans provides inspiration for future programs and therapists looking to support military communities.

Book details

Author:
Jashley Boatwright, Kevin D’Augustine, Deborah Murphy, Courtney Bennett, Gioia Chilton, Raquel Farrell-Kirk, Peter Buotte, Meredith McMackin, Erin Partridge
ISBN:
9781787753341
Related ISBNs:
9781787753334
Publisher:
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pages:
240
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2024-06-20
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2021
Copyright by:
Marianthi Kourti 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Psychology