http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/index/ en ambechtel@hotmail.com Copyright 2010 2010-07-08T01:36:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/about_art_therapy/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/about_art_therapy/#When:19:28:00Z Art therapy is a mental health profession that uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance physical, mental and emotional well-being. Art therapy is an evidence-based and multi-sensory practice that uses the creative process to help people resolve conflicts, develop interpersonal skills, manage difficult behaviors, cope with symptoms related to trauma, reduce stress and anxiety, improve body image and self esteem, and achieve insight. Art therapy is for all ages: children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Art therapy is used with groups, families or individually. Art therapists are masters level professionals who hold a degree in art therapy or a related field. Educational requirements include: theories of art therapy, counseling, and psychotherapy; ethics and standards of practice; assessment and evaluation; individual, group, and family techniques; human and creative development; multicultural issues; research methods; and practicum experiences in clinical, community, and/or other settings. Art therapists are skilled in the application of a variety of art modalities (drawing, painting, sculpture, and other media) for assessment and treatment. Approximately 200 Art Therapists work in Maryland in settings ranging from the National Institute of Health to the public school system. The Maryland Art Therapy Association was founded to support the profession and ensure the highest quality of care.  In Maryland, Art Therapists are currently providing services to clients at: Arundel Lodge Foundation School Katherine Thomas School Kennedy Krieger Institute Good Samaritan Hospital of Baltimore Hearts and Homes for Youth National Institute of Health Potomac Ridge Behavioral Health System Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents Rita Project, Inc. Riverside Treatment Services Sheppard Pratt Health System Springfield Hospital Washington Adventists Hospital YMCA of Central Maryland In Washington, DC: Children’s National Medical Center Georgetown Hospital/Lombardi Center IONA Senior Services Miriam’s Kitchen McClendon Center Psychiatric Institute of Washington Walter Reed Army Medical Clinic Whitman Walker Clinic About, About Art Therapy 2009-07-30T19:28:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/artscape_2010/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/artscape_2010/#When:00:36:00Z “My feelings are a work of art” is the theme this year for MATA booth at the Target Family Art Park during ArtScape, July 16, 17th and 18th, 2010 the largest free arts festival in the country from 12 noon to 8pm daily. The booth is located on the festival grounds near the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall on Mt. Royal Ave. With the assistance of Maryland art therapists, students and volunteers, children and their families will be invited to create a work of art by choosing either painting, drawing or found objects to express a feeling. Artistic skill is not required! The artworks will be displayed at the booth throughout the festival, and distributed during a closing drumming circle on Sunday afternoon at 4pm. MATA will provide public information about the benefits and practice of art therapy in Maryland. For more information contact or http://www.marylandata.org Announcements 2010-07-08T00:36:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/last_minute_call_for_art_addiction_and_art_exhibition/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/last_minute_call_for_art_addiction_and_art_exhibition/#When:17:39:00Z Putting a human face on addiction and recovery. June 19-June 27, 2010 Venue: Blue Elephant Gallery, 4a W. 5th St., Frederick MD Local Call for Artists: This show coincides with the release of the book, Addiction and Art, published by Johns Hopkins Press.  Several of the book’s artists will accompany this juried exhibition and will be glad to autograph your copy, and a DC poet will be on hand to write about the artworks. Jurors: To Be Announced - Members from both the local art and substance abuse treatment worlds Deadline for submissions is May 20, 2010 Announcements 2010-05-10T17:39:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/dc_drama_therapy_collective_invites_creative_arts_therapists_to_networking_/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/dc_drama_therapy_collective_invites_creative_arts_therapists_to_networking_/#When:06:12:00Z Maryland Art Therapy Association is seeking volunteers to help facilitate an event at the American Visionary Arts Museum in commemoration of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about art therapy and meet the Maryland art therapy community. For more information please email Julia at julia@ritaproject.org. Announcements 2010-01-29T06:12:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/from_the_sideshow_at_avam_helping_haitian_artists/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/from_the_sideshow_at_avam_helping_haitian_artists/#When:15:53:00Z Thoughts from AVAM: Our minds reel and hearts ache over the devastation in Haiti. As many of you know, American Visionary Art Museum’s shop, Sideshow, maintains regular, personal contact with artists in Haiti and features beautiful, sequined flags crafted by talented, spirited individuals. Sideshow is putting their entire collection of Haitian Flags up for sale with 100% OF THE MONEY GOING BACK TO THE HAITIAN ARTISTS IN NEED. Please help if you can...and get a great piece of art in return. You can view the flags online: Haitian Flags at Sideshow. To purchase or get further details give the shop a call at 443.872.4926. Or come by the museum. Please support the artists, their families and this stricken island nation. And may we all be mindful of our good fortune as we Pursue our own Happiness. Announcements 2010-01-16T15:53:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/collaborative_art_project_from_vsa_arts/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/collaborative_art_project_from_vsa_arts/#When:05:58:01Z What is Disability?  Part of the 2010 VSA arts International Festival Join people from around the world and send in a postcard documenting your interpretation of disability.  All languages accepted.  Tear off the postcard and create a visual representation of your experiences, impressions, and perceptions.  We’re taking a creative approach to investigate how many different ways people will interpret the same word. The deadline for receipt of postcards is February 5, 2010. Click here for more info at VSA art’s website Do you have an upcoming workshop, lecture or art exhibit that you want announced? Email our with time, date, location and registration information. Announcements 2009-11-04T05:58:01-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/mata_is_on_facebook/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/mata_is_on_facebook/#When:02:50:01Z Click here Home Page 2009-09-26T02:50:01-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/medical_art_therapy/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/medical_art_therapy/#When:00:57:00Z alfjd;lkafj;dlkfja;lfkjdlk About 2009-09-22T00:57:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/art_therapy_in_the_schools/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/art_therapy_in_the_schools/#When:22:04:01Z What is the difference between an art therapist and an art teacher? An art teacher introduces children to art media, art techniques, aesthetics, and the history of art. An art therapist provides children with a vehicle for self-expression, communication, and growth. Art therapy is a process, focused on the child’s experience during art-making and less on the finished product. The child’s associations to the artwork are relevant to the therapy. Art therapists in the schools are trained in both art and psychology, which prepares them to provide services to all students, regardless of age,cultural background or developmental needs. Art Therapy qualifies, under PL 92-142 (now IDEA), as a professional service for all children in special education, and can be requested by the child’s parent or guardian. The vehicle for this service is the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Art Therapy may be beneficial in addressing all seven areas of performance enumerated in the IEP: 1. Academic/Cognitive 2. Communicative Status 3. Motor and Perceptual Skills 4. Prevocational/Vocational Skills 5. Self-Help Skills 6. Social/Emotional Status Art therapy has been under-represented in the IEP, however, art therapists are trained to work in school settings with all grade levels, age groups and populations. If you would like to recieve services from a professional art therapist, please contact the Maryland Art Therapy Association.  In a school setting, art therapists can work with students who have special needs due to the following: Anxiety Autism Developmental Disorders Depression Eating Disorders Substance Abuse Self Injury Family Changes / Conflicts Abuse Domestic Violence Social Anxiety School Phobia Trauma and Loss Physical limits Neurological limits Medical iIlness About, Art Therapy In the Schools 2009-08-30T22:04:01-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/frequently_asked_questions/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/frequently_asked_questions/#When:01:35:00Z Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to be an artist to do art therapy? No, art therapy is for everyone. All you need is a willingness to express yourself! The goal is self-expression, with the emphasis on the creative process rather than on technique or skill. In fact, you don’t even need to know how to draw a straight line! Is art therapy just for kids? Art therapy is good for any age! Everyone from children to the elderly can benefit greatly from self expression with art materials. Is an art therapist a “real” therapist? Yes, art therapists are required to take similar coursework to many other mental health professionals. They are also required to have a Masters degree and do hundreds of hours of supervised work with clients before they can practice art therapy. What kinds of issues can art therapy help? Art therapy can be used to address a number of issues including eating disorders, substance abuse, autism, developmental delay, psychiatric disorders, ADHD, trauma, depression, grief and loss, self-injurious behavior, and PTSD or hospice. What is a typical session like? Though each session will vary based on the needs of the client, a typical session will begin with some introduction and check in. Then there will be time for a creative process, perhaps based on the issues that came up in the talking. Then, there will be time for sharing and ending the session. Some clients perfer to work on their art outside of session and bring it in to process with the art therapist. What kinds of materials might I use in a session? You will use what you are comfortable with and you will have guidance from the art therapist in choosing materials. Some materials may include-picture cut outs from magazines, photographs from home, clay, sand, paint, and drawing materials like pastels or pencils or even found objects. Can an art therapist be my primary therapist? Art Therapists are qualified professionals that have similar training to many other mental health professionals. I already have a therapist. Can I still do art therapy? Yes, art therapy can bring new vision and insight into your work with your therapist. Can I claim art therapy services on my health insurance? There are art therapists in this area that have additional mental health licenses that enable them to provide art therapy to people with insurance. Please check with your individual art therapist. About, Frequently Asked Questions 2009-08-12T01:35:00-08:00