The Creative Arts in Counseling

by Samuel T. Gladding

The Creative Arts in Counseling presents an evidence\-based exploration of how expressive therapies can be used effectively with clients of all ages and backgrounds. After an introduction to the history and benefits of using the arts in counseling, Dr. Gladding discusses the therapeutic use of music; dance\/movement; imagery; visual arts; writing\/literature; drama; humor; play; animal\-assisted therapy; and horticulture, nature, and wilderness therapies. Text features include a new section on incorporating the creative arts in telebehavioral counseling, two\-part chapter overviews, 96 creative reflections for self\-discovery, 145 exercises for use in session, and a listing of creative arts and art therapies websites.

Genres: Counselling, Psychology

416 pages, Paperback

First published December 15, 2010

About the author

Samuel Templeman Gladding

Reviews

[Jirathorn Buenglee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book about the powerful—yet overlooked and undertheorized—role of creativity in healing.