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Art Therapy

David Edwards

This bestselling introduction to art therapy brings theory to life through case material and examples of real artwork produced during therapy sessions. Practising art therapist, Dave Edwards, explains key theoretical ideas - such as symbolism, play, transference and interpretation - and shows how these relate to practice.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Sage Publishing Ltd
  • Publish Date: Dec 16th, 2013
  • Pages: 200
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - 0002
  • Dimensions: 9.23in - 6.35in - 0.43in - 0.66lb
  • EAN: 9781446201800
  • Categories: Psychotherapy - CounselingGeneral

About the Author

Edwards, David: - David Edwards is University Counsellor at University of Sheffield, and a psychodynamic psychotherapist for Derbyshire Dales Community Mental Health Service.

Praise for this book

For a comprehensive, and thoughtful introduction to Art Therapy this is possibly the best place to start.--Nicholas D. Stein
David Edwards′ updated Art Therapy 2nd edition aptly manages to convey a breadth as well as a depth of the profession.This book′s accessible and lively style makes it an excellent primary text to gain a comprehensive understanding of art therapy. It makes for essential reading for people interested in the field as well as students and professionals alike.
--Jonathan Isserow