http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/index/ en info@marylandata.org Copyright 2012 2012-01-24T20:29:00-08:00 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/per_diem_art_therapist_towson_md/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/per_diem_art_therapist_towson_md/#When:14:52:00Z The Adolescent Male Unit of Sheppard Pratt Health System is currently seeking a Per Diem Art Therapist. Sheppard Pratt Health System is a private, non-profit behavioral health organization that provides a full range of services in a variety of settings to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults and older adults.The Adolescent Male Unit is one of two gender specific units for the multi-disciplinary assessment, evaluation, crisis intervention, and stabilization of adolescents. Discharge planning emphasizes movement to day hospital or outpatient care as soon as the crisis has been stabilized. Duties for potential art therapist include: Plans, structures, coordinates, executes and evaluates art psychotherapy sessions for patients in assigned program/unit based on the specific needs and diagnosis of the adolescent patient population. Evaluates and records patients’ progress in the medical record, contributes verbal and art information in treatment team meetings regarding patients’ progress. Conducts orientation and in-service programs in art therapy for students and staff. Hired art therapist must be able to attend a 7 day mandatory orientation, Thurs., Fri. and the following week (excluding Sat. & Sun.) Mon. - Fri.*This is a non-benefit per diem position with no guaranteed hours. To apply and learn more, review Employment at Sheppard Pratt. 2011-12-31T14:52:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/art_therapist_towson_md/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/art_therapist_towson_md/#When:14:40:00Z The Adolecent Male Unit at Sheppard Pratt Health System is currently seeking a per diem art therapist. Sheppard Pratt Health System is a private, non-profit behavioral health organization that provides a full range of services in a variety of settings to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults and older adults.The Adolescent Male Unit is one of two gender specific units for the multi-disciplinary assessment, evaluation, crisis intervention, and stabilization of adolescents. Discharge planning emphasizes movement to day hospital or outpatient care as soon as the crisis has been stabilized. Description of duties include: Plans, structures, coordinates, executes and evaluates art psychotherapy sessions for patients in assigned program/unit based on the specific needs and diagnosis of the adolescent. Evaluates and records patients’ progress in the medical record, contributes verbal and art information in treatment team meetings regarding patients’ progress. Conducts orientation and in-service programs in art therapy for students and staff. Potential Art Therapist must be able to attend a 7 day mandatory orientation, Thurs., Fri. and the following week (excluding Sat. & Sun.) Mon. - Fri. *This is a non-benefit per diem position with no guaranteed hours. To apply and learn more, review Employment at Sheppard Pratt. 2011-12-30T14:40:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/dbt_and_art_therapy/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/dbt_and_art_therapy/#When:17:49:00Z DEADLINE EXTENDED! The Maryland Art Therapy Association (MATA) is now accepting submissions for a collaborative art exhibition, Art as a Container. Deadline for submissions has been extended to January 26th, 2012. Please see the attached link for prospectus. This exhibit will be displayed at the Amalie Rothschild Gallery (of The Creative Alliance), February 2nd- 18th, 2012, including an Opening Reception on Friday, February 3rd at 5:30-7:30PM Questions can be directed to Jessica I. Heckwolf: Jessica.heckwolf@gmail.com Announcements 2011-09-24T17:49:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/in_memorium/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/in_memorium/#When:13:40:01Z Dr. Aina Nucho of Catonsville, MD died on Sunday evening, April 3, 2011 of myeloma. She was 86 years old. A memorial service will be held at Fairhaven, the assisted living facility where she so happily lived: Tuesday, May 24th @ 2:00 pm at the Chapel at Fairhaven located in Sykesville, MD. Website below for directions. http://www.fairhavenccrc.org/ Ms. Neff may be reached at 301-387-7387 if anyone has any questions. Dr. Aina O. Nucho is a professor emeriti from the University of Maryland School of Social Work where she taught graduate level courses in clinical methods with individuals, families, and groups. She also taught human behavior, social research, stress management and art therapy. She retired from the School of Social Work in June, 2001.  Dr. Nucho obtained her primary and secondary education in Riga, Latvia, and later she studied at the University of Tuebingen in Germany. Dr. Nucho holds a graduate degree in social work and a Ph.D. degree, both from Bryn Mawr College. She was a Distinguished Fellow and a recipient of the 2000 Ernst Kris Prize of the American Society of Psychopathology of Expression, a Board Certified Diplomat in Clinical Social Work (BCD), a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ASCW), a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Maryland (LCSW-C), and a registered art therapist (ATR). Dr. Nucho is the author of Stress Management: The Quest for Zest (1988) and Spontaneous Creative Imagery: Problem-Solving and Life-Enhancing Skills (1995), both published by Charles C Thomas, Springfield, IL, and five books in Latvian. She has published articles in professional journals and has presented papers at national and international conferences. Aina will be missed. Announcements 2011-05-02T13:40:01-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/exciting_upcoming_event_the_science_of_the_arts/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/exciting_upcoming_event_the_science_of_the_arts/#When:22:45:00Z The Johns Hopkins Brain Science Institute is hosting a public symposium: “The Science of the Arts: Perceptual Neuroscience and Aesthetics” Oct. 20 and 21 at the American Visionary Art Museum and the Baltimore Museum of Art. For more info: http://www.brainscienceinstitute.org/index.php/news/upcoming_events/the_science_of_the_arts-1/ Announcements 2010-10-12T22:45:00-08:00 http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/artscape_2010/ http://www.marylandata.org/index.php/site/content/artscape_2010/#When:00:36:00Z Thank you to everyone who helped make Artscape 2010 a huge success. Please be sure to check out the photos in our Web Gallery. Our next member meeting is going to be Tuesday, August 10 at 7:30. Please email for more information if you would like to attend. 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