The Wiley Handbook of Art Therapy

A comprehensive discussion of the history, theory, and applications of art therapy

In the newly revised second edition of the Wiley Handbook of Art Therapy, a team of distinguished art therapists delivers a compilation of unprecedented depth and breadth on the subject of art therapy. It is a contemporary and holistic picture of a profession that has undergone profound transformation since the publication of the first edition of this book.

The editors expose you to a wealth of knowledge, wisdom, experiences, and perspectives that explain the countless applications and uses of art therapy. You’ll gain an appreciation for the most recent developments in the field via the contributions of the 116 authors whose works make up this Handbook.

Readers will also discover:

• A thorough introduction to the history of art therapy
• Comprehensive explorations of the theoretical frameworks on which art therapy is built, including expressive, psychoanalytic, Jungian, and archetypal theories
• Practical discussions of media considerations in art therapy
• Complete treatments of developmental milestones, populations, settings, and research models and assessments in art therapy

Perfect for practicing art therapists, the Wiley Handbook of Art Therapy will also benefit students in the therapeutic professions and anyone else with an interest in the applications, background, history, and theory of a fascinating and practical discipline.

David Gussak, PhD, is a teacher in the Florida State University Art Therapy program. He has 25 years’ experience teaching art therapy and offers lectures and workshops on the subject all over the world. He also has over 30 years’ clinical and practical experience in a variety of forensic systems and private practice.

Marcia Rosal, PhD, is Professor Emerita and a past director of the Florida State University’s art therapy program. She has served as the Executive Secretary of the Kentucky Art Therapy Association.