Role of the Art Therapist
Art Therapists main aim is to effect change and growth on a personal level across all areas of development (Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible, and Included). The impact of Art Therapy on a child or young person’s development can support children and young people to improve their well-being and reach their full potential.
Art Therapy is an intensive intervention, and it is important that the children referred have high level needs that require a more intensive intervention, have needs that are best addressed through Art Therapy, and given their current life circumstances are in a position to benefit from Art Therapy at the time of referral.
Therapeutic support for parents and families may also be deemed appropriate in some cases and sessions can be offered to explore and understand difficulties within relationships and to help communicate more easily.