Expressive Arts Therapies Books
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)
Tapestry of Cultural Issues in Art Therapy
This work provides insights for art therapists and other mental health workers on how to approach problems of cultural difference in their own work and on how cultural influences are likely to be... (more)
Imagination, identification and catharsis in theatre and therapy:
A study examining the underlying theatrical underpinning of dramatherapy, which is firmly based on an understanding of processes which are fundamentally theatrical: imagination, identification and... (more)
Creative Therapy: Activities with Children and Adolescents
Containing over 50 activities (exercises, worksheets and games) which can be used in working with children, adolescents or families, this text aims to encourage creativity in therapy and assist in... (more)
Researching the arts therapies: A dramatherapist's perspective
Taking a dramatherapist's perspective, this text looks at methods of researching the arts therapies, and how particular definitions of research affect our understanding and practising of arts... (more)
Acting-in: Practical Applications of Psychodramatic Methods: Third Edition
This revised third edition of the text, an introduction to psychodrama, now includes developments in theory and technique. Illustrated throughout with case examples, it presents the essentials of... (more)
Psychodrama
An introduction to the rationale, theory and practice of the psychotherapeutic practice of psychodrama, and an insight into its origins and techniques. The author illustrates how the enactment of... (more)
The Handbook of Dramatherapy
Dramatherapy is a mode of clinical treatment informed by several different theories and practices. This book provides detailed examples of the major contrasting approaches. 232 pages. (more)
Drama workshops for anger management and offender behaviour:
The Blagg! and Pump! drama workshops combine dynamic drama techniques and props to explore issues of anger management and offending behaviour. This text presents both of these drama programmes within... (more)
Healing and Transformation in Sandplay: Creative Processes Become Visible
Sandplay is a powerful method of psychotherapy, based on practical, creative modelling - literally a "hands-on" approach to healing the whole person. Sandplay has both diagnostic and therapeutic... (more)
Medical Art Therapy with Adults
This text on art therapy deals with work with patients who are suffering from terminal illness such as AIDS or cancer. The chapters offer practical advice on materials and approaches to use with a... (more)