FAQ

How do I make an appointment?

Call or text us at 972-544-6633

What is Art Therapy?

Art therapy is a mental health profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities through active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.

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Art therapy, facilitated by a professional art therapist, effectively supports personal and relational treatment goals as well as community concerns. Art therapy is used to improve cognitive and sensorimotor functions, foster self-esteem and self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts and distress, and advance societal and ecological change.

Do I have to be an "artist" or have art making skills"?

We believe everyone is an artist and has the capacity for creative expression when given the opportunity to feel safe and supported. One does not have to have any special art making skills to participate in art therapy. Art Therapists are trained to meet clients where they are and assist in exploration of art materials while working together to meet therapeutic goals.

What kinds of mental health diagnoses can be treated with art therapy?

Art therapy is used to treat a wide range of mental health issues, including:

Anxiety and depression
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Eating disorders
Substance abuse
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Personality disorders
Grief and loss
Trauma
Autism and other developmental disorders
Dementia and Alzheimer's disease
Stress management

It is also used as a complementary treatment for individuals with physical or medical conditions such as chronic pain, cancer, and terminal illness.

How can our organization partner with Dallas Art Therapy?

To partner with Dallas Art Therapy, you can reach out us via the Contact Us button. Some potential ways to partner with Dallas Art Therapy include donating to the cause, volunteering your time and resources, or collaborating on a project or event that aligns with our mission. It may be helpful to discuss specific ideas and goals for the partnership with a representative from Dallas Art Therapy.

How do I become an Art Therapist?

A master’s degree is required for entry-level practice in art therapy. Minimum educational and professional standards are established by the American Art Therapy Association, Inc. (AATA), a membership and advocacy organization.

At this time there are no Master degree programs for art therapy in the state of Texas. But there are several programs across the country that have online and in person coursework.

Start by visiting the American Art Therapy Association.

For for information about becoming an art therapist visit the Art Therapy Credentialing Board.

If you would like to speak with local art therapists you may reach out to North Texas Art Therapy Association or South Texas Art Therapy Association.