Art therapy is a way of using art to communicate, and it is a recognised method of treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief or trauma. It is also used to help those living with conditions such as cancer.
Usually, an art therapist will have been trained as an artist, but will have also trained in psychotherapy. The details here will help you get information about recognised sources of help in this field.
The association is there to explain, promote and give access to art therapy. It can give details of recognised practitioners, courses and training. More useful information and further links about therapy itself on the website.
An association of art therapists who concentrate on helping those faced with loss, cancer or life-threatening long-term illness such as AIDS.
An art and storytelling project which is based in Ty Geraint, Aberystwyth, a palliative care resource centre.
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