Expressive Arts Therapy for Traumatized Children and Adolescents: A Four-Phase Model

Expressive Arts Therapy for Traumatized Children and Adolescents is the book that many expressive arts and trauma therapists have been waiting for. Not only does it lay out an organized, thorough framework for applying varied expressive arts modalities, but it also provides clear directions for the application of these modalities at different phases of treatment. Both beginning and experienced clinicians and students will appreciate the thoughtful analyses of ways to introduce expressive arts to clients, engage clients with their art, be present with the art that is created, and work within a particular session structure that guides the treatment process. Readers will also receive more specific learning regarding the process of using body-focused and sensory-based language and skills in the process of trauma treatment over time. They’ll pick up more than 60 priceless expressive-arts assessment and treatment interventions that are sure to serve them well for years to come. The appendices feature these interventions as photocopiable handouts that will guide the therapist working with youth through each phase of treatment.