Arts Therapy

MFA

  • MF 520: Fundamentals of Arts Therapy (3)

    Provides an overview of arts therapy, covering its history and foundational theories. The course will integrate biblical insights into the therapeutic use of arts, discussing how spiritual well-being can be fostered through artistic expression.

  • MF 521: Practicum in Arts Therapy (3)

    Hands-on experience in art therapy through supervised clinical work. Students will explore how biblical compassion and empathy can enhance therapeutic techniques in real-world settings.

  • MF 522: Psychology and Arts Therapy (3)

    Examines the intersection of psychology and arts therapy, detailing theories that inform practices. Biblical perspectives on human psychology will be discussed to deepen understanding of client care.

  • MF 523: Clinical Arts Therapy (3)

    Focuses on clinical applications of arts therapy, including diverse client populations. Biblical values of healing and restoration will guide the overview of clinical approaches.

  • MF 524: Research Methods in Arts Therapy (3)

    Introduces arts therapy-specific research methodologies. The course will emphasize how biblical ethics can influence the design and execution of research projects.

  • MF 525: Ethics and Legal Aspects (3)

    Discusses ethical and legal considerations in arts therapy, including professional standards. Biblical principles of ethics and justice will be foundational in discussing confidentiality and client rights.

  • MF 526: Diversity and Cultural Competence (3)

    Focuses on culturally competent arts therapy services, emphasizing understanding and respecting cultural differences. Biblical teachings on unity and diversity will inform approaches to cultural competence in therapeutic contexts.

  • MF 527: Group Arts Therapy (3)

    This course focuses on the principles and practices of group arts therapy. Students will learn techniques for facilitating group arts therapy sessions, considering biblical perspectives on community, support, and collective healing.

DFA

  • DF 820: Advanced Clinical Practices in Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 821: Theoretical Foundations of Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 822: Research Methods in Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 823: Psychopathology and Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 824: Cultural Competence in Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 825: Ethics and Legal Issues in Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 826: Art Therapy with Diverse Populations (4)

  • DF 827: Supervision and Leadership in Art Therapy (4)

  • DF 828: Art Therapy Assessment and Evaluation (4)

  • DF 829: Art-Based Research in Therapy (4)