Art therapy in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy reduces symptoms and enhances the potential for positive outcomes for sexually abused children in trauma-focused treatment. This article presents a treatment model that utilizes specific art therapy interventions to facilitate treatment, based on research on the effectiveness of combined…

Providing a complete overview of art therapy, from theory and research to practical applications, this is the definitive handbook in the field. Leading practitioners demonstrate the nuts and bolts of arts-based intervention with children, adults, families, couples, and groups dealing with a wide range of clinical issues. Rich with illustrative…

Fifteen adult female incest survivors participated in study which employed control group and two experimental groups. Participants rated significance of curative factors of catharsis, cohesion, and insight in their treatment. Results indicated that group art therapy, using series of structured tasks, increased value assigned to each of these…

Explores rape in terms of specific trauma usually experienced after rape: posttraumatic stress disorder, rape trauma syndrome, and permanent life changes. Explores ways in which art therapy can help rape victim engage in healing. Reviews study of one rape victim and current literature as example of life-altering effects of rape and importance of…

This article reports the outcome of a four-year follow-up of a pilot study using a combination of art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and group process to address the therapeutic issues related to childhood sexual abuse. All group participants were evaluated using the Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (Briere, 1995), commonly used in…

Reviews the rationale for both nondirective and focused approaches to play therapy, and discusses why nondirective therapy alone may be ineffective in treating sexually abused and abuse-reactive children. A prescriptive approach is proposed that combines the rapport-building component of nondirective play therapy with focused techniques. (JPS)

Notes that psychotherapists and art therapists working with children identified as having been sexually abused have noticed certain graphic indicators seemingly peculiar to artwork of these children. Sees use of art therapy in treatment of sexually abused children as well substantiated. Reviews studies examining characteristics that appear more…

This highly practical book presents current developments in play therapy, including innovative applications for particular problems and populations. Contributors first discuss the latest ideas and techniques emerging from object-relations, experiential, dynamic, and narrative perspectives. Next, research evaluating the effectiveness of play…

Notes that, when used to treat patients diagnosed with multiple personality disorder, art therapy aids in translating unspeakable memories into visual format. Discusses "stepping in," drawing process that may promote "cross-alter associations" to imagery drawn by other personalities. Addresses recovery of traumatic material…

Surveyed art therapists (n=78) to obtain information on types of doctorates received by art therapists. Results revealed rapid increase in number of art therapists with doctoral degrees in recent years. Dissertation topics were diverse; predominant topics being studies of art therapy assessment tools, identification of abuse, and use of art…

Notes that many factors may contribute to lack of disclosure of childhood sexual abuse. Contends that elementary school counselors must assist children in disclosure of their abuse. Sees drawing as one method counselors can use to assist children in communicating their inner feelings and experiences. Helps counselors become familiar with drawing…