Expressive Arts Therapies Books
Good practice in psychodrama: An analytical perspective
A basic introduction for therapists in practice who wish to enter the world of psychotherapeutic psychodrama. It promotes the idea of psychodrama as an effective, safe and productive therapy which... (more)
Art therapy with young survivors of sexual abuse: Lost for words
This text contains a range of illustrative case material from both individual and group therapy. The book addresses important issues faced by professionals, including: male therapist... (more)
Art Therapy Practice: Innovative Approaches
This text covers all treatment settings in which art therapy is used. With the use of case examples and client artwork to illustrate, the book offers instruction on both the classic and contemporary... (more)
Self-multilation and art therapy: Violent creation
The author of this title examines the effect of art therapy interventions with clients who harm their bodies. This book begins with a definition of self-mutilation and examines theories from... (more)
Healing Arts: The History of Art Therapy
This text charts the development of art therapy up to 1966 and looks towards the uncertain future. It covers the philosophy of art therapy, the way attitudes to insanity have changed, Surrealism, and... (more)
Foundation and Form in Jungian Sandplay
The author presents Sandplay therapy in an art therapy setting. She outlines the principles and practicalities of sandplay therapy and explains the methods and materials used. She also provides a... (more)
Therapeutic art directives and resources: Activities and initiatives for individuals and groups
This text constitutes directives for sessions with groups or individual patients. It should be beneficial in situations where patients are reluctant to express themselves spontaneously, Makin... (more)
Psychodrama, surplus reality and the art of healing
This work explores the depths of "surplus reality". Each chapter is prefaced by the author's explanations of the forces and energies which have influenced psychodrama. Psychodramatists and mental... (more)
Therapeutic dimensions of autobiography in creative writing
Therapeutic Dimensions of Autobiography in Creative Writing brings together theory and practice from psychoanalysis, literary and cultural studies and the growing field of creative writing studics.... (more)
Theory and Practice of Action and Drama Techniques: Developmental Psychotherapy from an Existential-Dialectical Viewpoint
In this text, the author develops a personality model and shows how it can be applied in practice through psychodrama, videofeedback and creative play therapy. She explains how psychodramatic... (more)
Creative supervision: The use of expressive arts methods in supervision and self-supervision
In this text, Mooli Lahad argues that the most effective method of supervision uses both right and left hemispheres of the brain, the intuitive and logical. He introduces techniques which can be... (more)
Interpreting projective drawings: A self psychological approach
Using drawings to discover emotions, attitudes and personality traits not verbally stated by a client is a valuable and widely used technique in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy. In this book, with... (more)
Using Voice and Theatre in Therapy: The Practical Application of Voice Movement Therapy: Volume 3
A guide to how dramatic improvisation can be used in a therapeutic context to promote self-expression. Paul Newham demonstrates how voice, text and speech bring out aspects of character, personality,... (more)
More than just a meal: The art of eating disorders
An exploration of how art therapy can be integrated into a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of eating disorders. It discusses the creative work and personal accounts of around thirty... (more)
Art, Science and Art Therapy
This text urges art therapists to be more scientifically-minded in their research and practice. Proposing that study of the findings of other disciplines is crucial to the development and... (more)
Rhythm and timing of movement in performance: Drama, dance and ceremony
Importance is frequently ascribed to rhythm, timing and movement in the arts and they are used to great effect in theatre, drama, dance, ceremony and ritual. This work explores ideas and theories on... (more)
Prison Theatre: Perspectives and Practices
This work provides a cross-section of the variety of theatre programmes with offenders. It aims to inform debate both in the criminal justice system and in discussions about the role and function of... (more)
Making a leap - theatre for empowerment: A practical handbook for creative drama work with young people
Taking a holistic approach, this handbook is designed for those wanting to use drama and theatre to explore personal and social issues in their work with young people. 208 pages. (more)
Handbook of inquiry in the arts therapies: One river, many currents
Explores the relationship between research and practice in the arts therapies, examining the effects and processes of arts therapies interventions in health, education, community and social services... (more)
The metaphoric body: A guide to expressive therapy through images and archetypes
From the authors of "Movement Awareness and Creativity", this guidebook offers suggestions, ideas, exercises and a way of working towards the therapeutic process. It shows how exploration of the body... (more)
Creativity and the dissociative patient: Puppets, narrative and art in the treatment of survivors of childhood trauma
Lani Gerity argues here that puppet-making, incorporating both art and narrative, provides an ideal vehicle for therapeutic work. She demonstrates the creative process working on many levels for... (more)
Clinical applications of music therapy in developmental disability, paediatrics and neurology:
Shows how music therapy has long been regarded as a useful form of intervention with people with developmental disabilities. 286 pages. (more)
Music Therapy: Intimate Notes
This introduction to music therapy shows the range of its possibilities in different settings. It provides an informal theoretical foundation for music therapy, and for connecting music to our... (more)
Music therapy research and practice in medicine: From out of the silence
With the help of case studies, this book provides an overview of music therapy practice as it is used in medical settings in work with a range of illnesses, including AIDS, cancer, multiple sclerosis... (more)
Music therapy in palliative care: New voices
This text presents some of the work from music therapists working in different approaches, in different countries. They describe their experiences when working with children and adults living with... (more)
Music therapy in health and education:
Based on both objective research studies and individual and group case material, this book provides insights into the value of music therapy as a clinical treatment. Topics include the effect of... (more)
Foundations of Expressive Arts Therapy: Theoretical and Clinical Perspectives
Integrating theoretical and practical material and discussion, this volume examines the individual creative arts therapies and their relationship to each other and to psychotherapy. 350 pages. (more)
Art Therapy, Race and Culture
Exploring the often contentious issues of race, racism and culture in relation to the art therapy experience, the contributors to this volume examine the impact of racial perceptions in their own... (more)
Art Therapy in Practice
In the last few years the number of art therapists has grown significantly and the ranges of different contexts where their skills are valued has broadened enormously. This has brought art therapists... (more)