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This two-day workshop will focus on the assessment and treatment of PTSD,
in particular, the theory and application of Neuro-develomental Art
Therapy (NDAT), a model of art therapy treatment for post-traumatic
stress disorder that utilizes the integrative capacity of the brain. A
brief theoretical basis for the model will be offered related to the
advances in the neurosciences, the storage and retrieval of traumatic
images and memories, art therapy, developmental psychology and trauma
resolution therapy research.
A specific drawing treatment intervention will be offered for acute,
incident based trauma such as physical injuries, exposure to or
witnessing violence, motor-vehicle accidents, and other acute traumatic
events. Using simple drawing media, the intervention is designed to help
children remember, express, and integrate acute traumatic episodes. The
intervention outcome research demographics and results will be
presented.
A portion of the workshops will be devoted to early developmental
trauma, and attachment based art therapy assessment and treatment for
young children, and children and caregivers. Specific art and play
interventions will be presented to facilitate attachment, with an
emphasis is on facilitating parent-child interaction.
The application of the model to long term therapy for repeated exposure
to traumatic stress will be presented in a four stage treatment protocol
with specific art interventions using directive and non-directive art
therapy techniques. Examples of art media, art products, and the methods
of facilitating and utilizing the creative process in therapy will be
offered for a variety of treatment issues.
There will be opportunities for experiential learning through
experimentation with simple art media. All activities are designed to be
safe, private, and confidential. No prior art training is necessary.
Objectives:
Workshop attendees will be able to:
- describe the traumatic stress
response and the effect on the mind, body, and behavior
- describe a treatment model for acute and chronic PTSD symptoms and
disorder
- describe art media and techniques used to implement a model of PTSD
treatment
- describe ways to adapt the model for various populations
Workshop fees:
Workshop fees are $160
per day, and include all handouts, art supplies, lunch, and morning and
afternoon snacks. CE Credits are available for an additional $25,
our direct cost.
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