Art Therapy Supervision : A Creative and Integrative Handbook

The definitive guide to art therapy supervision. Combining theory, case material and accessible strategies, it helps supervisors and supervisees understand and respond to a comprehensive range of contemporary challenges, including establishing good supervisory relationships, art-based approaches, organizational dynamics, ruptures and self-care.

This practical guide outlines the key theories and concepts underpinning the supervision process in art therapy and explores the challenges and opportunities in the contemporary field. Grounded in the supervisor-supervisee relationship, this book will help you understand:· How is art therapy supervision perceived internationally?· What does research evidence tell us? · How can supervisors build a creative supervision framework?· What skills and knowledge do supervisors need to have and maintain? · How can supervisees benefit from supervision throughout their professional lives? · What is the role of artmaking and how can it be integral to art therapy supervision? · How do organisational dynamics impact clinical work and supervision?· What to do if supervision 'goes astray'?· How to prevent burnout and implement a positive supervision culture?With accessible strategies for supervisees and supervisors, illustrated with case examples from practice, you'll be equipped with the tools you need to deliver effective and evidence-based art therapy supervision.