Welcome to the Aligned Art Therapy resource hub!
Dive into a wealth of information about art therapy and its benefits, and find resources to empower and educate.
Books
Curated reading materials covering art therapy, creativity, and mental health.
Gain valuable knowledge to enrich your understanding and practice.
“Art Therapy for Social Justice: Radical Intersections” by Savneet K. Talwar
“Art is a Way of Knowing: A Guide to Self Knowledge Spiritual Fulfillment through Creativity” by Pat B. Allen
“Tending The Fire: Studies in Art, Therapy & Creativity" by Ellen G. Levine
“Art Heals: How Creativity Cures the Soul" by Shaun McNiff
“Cultural Humility in Art Therapy” by Louvenia Jackson
“Art Is a Spiritual Path: Engaging the Sacred through the Practice of Art and Writing” by Pat Allen
"The Creative License: Giving Yourself Permission to Be the Artist You Truly Are" by Danny Gregory
"The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity" by Julia Cameron
"Art as Therapy" by Alain de Botton and John Armstrong
"The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life" by Twyla Tharp
"Expressive Therapies" by Cathy A. Malchiodi
“The Gift of Therapy: An Open Letter to a New Generation of Therapists and Their Patients” by Irvin Yalom
“The Life and Art of Elizabeth "Grandma" Layton” by Don Lambert and Elizabeth Layton
“Art-based Group Therapy: Theory and Practice” by Bruce Moon
“Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us” by Susan Magsamen, Ivy Ross
Videos
Informative videos and insightful interviews featuring art therapists and experts in the field.
Gain valuable perspectives and guidance from seasoned professionals.
Jeffreen Hayes: Arts activism in simple steps
Laurence Vandenborre: The Power of Arts Therapy
Georgette Seabrook Powell: Discussion on Art Therapy with Georgette Seabrook Powell
Art Therapy: The Movie
Cliff Joseph: Interview with Cliff Joseph
The ArtRx - Short Documentary About Art Therapy
Art's healing power: Pamela Jacques
Art Therapy Has Many Faces: Judy Rubin
Shaun McNiff: Art’s Role in Healing
How Does Art Therapy Heal the Soul? The Science of Happiness
Cathy Malchiodi: Trauma, Art Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy | Why Expressive Arts?
Edith Kramer: Edith Kramer: Art As Therapy
Research & Scholarly articles
Evidence-backed effectiveness of art therapy through a curated selection of research articles.
Learn about the growing body of literature showcasing how art therapy addresses diverse mental health concerns:
Social Justice: “Beyond Multiculturalism and Cultural Competence: A Social Justice Vision in Art Therapy”
Trauma and PTSD: "A systematic review of the efficacy of creative arts therapies in the treatment of adults with PTSD"
Anxiety Disorders: "The Influence of Art Making on Anxiety: A Pilot Study"
Depression and Anxiety: "Effectiveness of mindfulness-based art therapy for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and fatigue: A systematic review and meta-analysis"
Grief and Loss: "The therapeutic effectiveness of using visual art modalities with the bereaved: a systematic review"
Chronic Illness: "The Use of Arts-Based Research in Chronic Pain: A Scoping Review"
Trauma: "Three Decades of Trauma-informed Education and Art Therapy: An Effectiveness Study"
Adolescents: "The Influence of Art Therapy on Adolescent Identity Development"
Mental Illness: "Art Therapy: A Complementary Treatment for Mental Disorders"
Eating Disorders: ”Arts Therapies Interventions and Their Outcomes in the Treatment of Eating Disorders: Scoping Review Protocol”
Accredited Art Therapy Training Programs
Accredited art therapy training programs towards becoming a certified art therapist.
While this list is not exhaustive, explore a curated selection of reputable programs to kickstart your career in art therapy.
Listed in no particular order.
United States
School of Visual Arts (SVA) - New York, NY: SVA Art Therapy Program
University of Louisville - Louisville, KY: University of Louisville Art Therapy Program
Mount Mary University - Milwaukee, WI: Mount Mary University Art Therapy Program
Florida State University - Tallahassee, FL: Florida State University Art Therapy Program
Pratt Institute - Brooklyn, NY: Pratt Institute Art Therapy Program
Loyola Marymount University - Los Angeles, CA: Loyola Marymount University Art Therapy Program
Lesley University - Cambridge, MA: Lesley University Art Therapy Program
School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) - Chicago, IL: SAIC Art Therapy Program
New York University (NYU) - New York, NY: NYU Art Therapy Program
The George Washington University - Washington, DC: GWU Art Therapy Program
Drexel University - Philadelphia, PA: Drexel University Art Therapy Program
Naropa University - Boulder, CO: Naropa University Art Therapy Program
International
Global Alliance for Africa - Kenya, Tanzania, West Nile Region of Uganda: Therapeutic Arts Program
Swahansa Expressive Arts - India
European Graduate School - Saas-Fee, Switzerland: Expressive Arts Therapy
Goldsmiths, University of London - London, UK: Goldsmiths Art Therapy Program
Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Hong Kong, China: HKPU Art Therapy Program
Edith Cowan University - Perth, Australia: ECU Art Therapy Program
Concordia University - Montreal, Quebec, Canada: Concordia University Art Therapy Program]
Stellenbosch University - Stellenbosch, South Africa: Stellenbosch University Art Therapy Program]
Online Communities
Online communities where individuals passionate about art therapy come together to share insights, experiences, and support.
Art Therapy Alliance Community, a global community of art therapists, students, and enthusiasts sharing resources, discussions, and support: Art Therapy Alliance Facebook Group
Art Therapy Social Club, a welcoming space for art therapy students, professionals, and those curious about art therapy to connect and collaborate: Art Therapy Social Club Facebook Group
Art Therapy Support Group, a supportive community for individuals exploring art therapy as a means of self-expression and healing: Art Therapy Support Group Facebook Group
Art Therapists of Color Collective, a space for art therapists of color to connect, share resources, and discuss issues related to diversity and inclusion in the field: Art Therapists of Color Collective Facebook Group
Art Therapists in Private Practice, a community for art therapists who operate or are interested in private practice, offering support and resources for building successful practices: Art Therapists in Private Practice Facebook Group
Art Therapy Students and Graduates, a group for art therapy students and recent graduates to network, share experiences, and seek guidance on navigating the field: Art Therapy Students and Graduates Facebook Group
Art Therapy Resources and Inspiration, a community for art therapists and enthusiasts to exchange ideas, resources, and creative inspiration: Art Therapy Resources and Inspiration Facebook Group
Art Therapist Network, a professional network for art therapists to connect, share insights, and explore career opportunities: Art Therapist Network LinkedIn Group
Reddit Art Therapy Community, a subreddit dedicated to discussions, resources, and questions related to art therapy: Reddit Art Therapy Subreddit