An Exploration of Contemplative Practice in the Life of the Art Therapist

Kristina Marie Ebsen

An Exploration of Contemplative Practice in the Life of the Art Therapist

Kristina Marie Ebsen

Research output: Thesis › Master's Thesis

Abstract

A six week self-study was conducted to explore the use of regular contemplative practice and art-making to examine effects on the life of an art therapy graduate student. This study examined a three-fold inquiry regarding the use of contemplative practices, namely Buddhist meditation, as well as weekly reflective art making to broaden self-knowledge and enhance general wellbeing. Further implications of the use of contemplative practice and reflective art making were reviewed for clinical application in the field of art therapy, both for the client and art therapist.

Original language	English
Qualification	Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy with Specialized Training in Art Therapy
Awarding Institution	Loyola Marymount University
Supervisors/Advisors	Metzl, Einat, Advisor
State	Published - Jun 6 2013
Externally published	Yes

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