Introduction to using fairy tales in art therapy
Fairy tales continue to fascinate and teach us, after centuries of being told. This course explores how these stories and their language of images can be an effective and powerful tool in art therapy.
Introduction to using fairy tales in art therapy
Fairy tales continue to fascinate and teach us, after centuries of being told. This course explores how these stories and their language of images can be an effective and powerful tool in art therapy.
Why fairy tales and art therapy?
The longevity and persistence of fairy tales indicates a fundamental importance to both individuals and societies as groups. The language of metaphor and symbol within the stories has parallels with the work of art therapy. Examining the stories themselves, the symbols within them, and the ways in which they have been used indicate a number of elements which can help therapeutically.
What you will learn
This course will give an overview of the history of fairy tales and introduce diverse theoretical perspectives from a variety of writers. It will give examples of how they have been used in therapy and consider their power in therapeutic work.
On completion of this course you will:
- Understand some the history of fairy tales, their evolution and some ways in which they have been analysed
- Be able to consider a variety of ways in which fairy tales have been used in therapy
- Be able to reflect on the ways in which fairy tales use the language of symbol and metaphor, and could be helpful to those using art therapy services
- Use existing art therapy skills to support the use of fairy tales in therapy sessions
How you will learn
Through storytelling, case studies and art making the course will explore how fairy tales can be used in art therapy practice.
Tutors
Carol Arnold and Julia Gwynne
A wonderful training course. So full of content and really interesting and inspiring. For me it was the perfect mix of content and art making.
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Please note that our CPD courses are short training opportunities intended for ongoing professional development. While you may be able to attend even if you are not an art therapist, these courses do not provide a professional qualification and do not entitle you to use any protected professional title other than those for which you are already qualified.
In the UK, the titles ‘Art Therapist’ and ‘Art Psychotherapist’ are legally protected. Only those who have completed an HCPC-approved masters degree and are registered with the HCPC in that profession may use these titles. This requirement is set by UK law, not by BAAT. You can read more on the HCPC’s website.
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