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American Art Therapy Association provides the latest information and access to world of art therapy. Professional art therapists provide a critical health service in communities around the world. Art therapy is a mental health profession that uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. It is based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, and achieve insight.


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Learn about how art therapy is affecting lives around the world as highlighted in recent media coverage. Reach the Press Room for support for your story on art therapy. Our comprehensive art therapy bibliography and online Art Therapy Journal can help you find specific information to help in your study, media article, or work. The Art Therapy Journal provides articles spanning more than 30 years of work in the field as well as the latest practice. Current issues affecting the profession of art therapy are covered under the Advocacy Alerts.	More than 5,500 professionals, students, educators and healthcare providers find membership in the American Art Therapy Association to be a great investment in their continuing education, careers and practice. This engaged network of skilled practitioners provides a gateway to increasing your knowledge about this growing profession. A wide range of benefits such as practice insurance, health care insurance, retirement planning, discounted electronic, office and art supplies from the world’s most prestigious companies are opened to members. Special pricing on the Annual Conference, the Find an Art Therapy Program, our national Job Board, Webinars, our on-line Institute for Continuing Education in Art Therapy, and other services makes Association membership an essential component your professional associations….learn more and join today!	Search the latest research on art therapy and connect to publications, outcome studies and articles from the latest Art Therapy Journal. Participate in information packed webinars related to the field of art therapy. Our social media engines connect art therapists to practical tips, creative ideas, and local, national and international events. Receive the Advocacy Alerts to stay up to date on healthcare, mental health, education, and other issues that related directly to our field. Contact us for more information.

American Art Therapy Association
225 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
888.290.0878 info@arttherapy.org
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