The Oxford 1-hour Seminars : Art Therapy

ACCREDITED Oxford Diploma of Achievement in Art Therapy I Stress Relief I Personal Growth I Artwork interpretation I

What you'll learn
- Understand the fundamentals of art therapy and its therapeutic benefits
- Learn how creativity fosters healing and emotional expression.
- Discover tools and materials to get started with art therapy
- Explore emotions and experiences through the power of art
- Integrate mindfulness techniques into creative practices
- Interpret artwork to uncover deeper insights and meanings
- Use art therapy for stress relief and emotional balance
- Foster personal growth through creative self-expression
- Apply real-world art therapy techniques through case studies.
- Build confidence in using art as a tool for healing and connection.

Requirements
- Time to create; time to reflect

Description
This course builds on a series of engaging seminars held in Oxford in September 2025, focusing on key topics for developing or enhancing Art Therapy skills. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the transformative power of art in a therapeutic context, equipping participants with the tools to inspire self-discovery, healing, and growth through creative expression.

Core material includes:

Introduction to Art Therapy

The power of creativity in healing

Getting started: tools and materials

Exploring emotions through art

Mindfulness and art

Interpreting your artwork

Art therapy for stress relief

Art therapy for personal growth

The course also features Art Therapy Exercises, filmed amid Oxford's beautiful countryside, which bring techniques to life through hands-on practice. These exercises are further enriched by detailed Case Studies, offering real-world context and insight into how art therapy can be applied across diverse settings.

With expanded content—including interactive exercises and in-depth case studies—this course is three times the length of the original seminars. Active participation is crucial, as Case Studies form the foundation for role-playing, creative exploration, analysis, and interpretation. By combining theory with practice, this course provides a rich, immersive learning experience that fosters both personal and professional development.

This course is what you make of it:

Seminar-content only

Seminar + Exercises

Seminar + Exercises + Case Studies

Seminars + Exercises + Case Studies + Discussions

At all times, you are the one in charge!

Who this course is for:
- Aspiring Art Therapists
- Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Teachers and Educators
- Social Workers
- Healthcare Workers
- Artists
- Mental Health Advocates
- Students of Psychology or Social Sciences
- Caregivers
- Mindfulness Enthusiasts
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