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09 March 2026

Two £1,000 scholarships available for our supervision diploma staring in 2027

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Find an art therapist

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.

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Training and CPD

We offer conferences, courses, and continued professional development.

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Our events

Masterclasses

Masterclass in art therapy with ‘hard to reach’ children & young people

Saturday 28 February 2026

Online via Zoom

This masterclass aims to allow a creative space to safely discuss and explore what is meant by the term ‘hard to reach’ when working with children and young people (CYP). We will explore factors that might contribute to this classification and consider examples of ways to encourage engagement in art therapy.

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Introduction and Foundation courses

Introduction to the profession of art therapy

Saturday 14 March 2026

Online via Zoom

Are you looking for a new career that involves helping others, creativity, and personal growth? Whether you are starting to shape your professional path or want to change an established career, this introduction day will give you a chance to find out if the profession of art therapy may be for you.

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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

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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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Make your next move by joining us

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

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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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