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Search our directory to find an art therapist / art psychotherapist near you. All our therapists comply with our standards and are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council.

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What is art therapy?

Art therapy is an established form of psychological therapy delivered by trained art therapists / art psychotherapists. It’s designed to help anyone by supporting their social, emotional and mental health needs.

Training and CPD

We offer conferences, courses, and continued professional development.

Claire reflects on her experience of art therapy, adolescent trauma and emotional dysregulation

Art therapy helped others understand her thoughts and allowed her to visualise her emotional state

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Benefits of membership

Professional development and support

Gain access to our range of member benefits, specially designed to support you in your career or interest in art therapy

Access to the International Journal of Art Therapy

Members get free access to the complete back catalogue of our peer-reviewed journal

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Find out how to become a member and join with like-minded people with a passion for art therapy

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Latest Insights & Updates

15 March 2023

The first degree apprenticeship in art therapy offers a new route to training

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