About the Course
This course is intended to introduce professionals working in the human and social service sectors using trauma-informed art interventions as understood from a psychotherapeutic and neurobiological framework. The construct of trauma will be explored from a developmental perspective, and the role of art therapy interventions will be based on neurobiological and psychodynamic understanding. It will combine experiential components with lectures and case-studies, to introduce participants to principles and practices of trauma-informed art therapy.
Course Outline
Day 1
Defining art therapy through a historical lens
Art Therapy as a profession
Ethics and professional issues
Attachment theory and art therapy as a relational intervention
Childhood traumatic stress, bereavement and grief
Impact of trauma from a neurobiological perspective
Day 2
Sensorimotor Art Therapy
Introduction to adverse childhood experience framework and impact of developmental trauma
How does creative arts as a therapeutic tool enhance trauma-informed interventions
Provide safety, support and coping skills
Develop art themes as a form of emotional expression
Understand potential and limitations of art media
Course Objectives
Participants will gain understanding of the roles both process and product in image-making play in art therapy, and ways to develop art themes for therapeutic interventions with a trauma-informed lens based on recent developments in neurobiological frameworks.
Who Should Attend
Teachers, counsellors, psychologists, social workers, professional caregivers, clinical supervisors with experience working with children and adolescents.
Award
Participants who meet 75% class attendance will be awarded a Certificate of Completion by the Academy of Human Development and Fei Yue Community Services.
Your Trainer
Ms Jolene Chiang
Ms. Jolene Chang, a Registered Senior Art Psychotherapist accredited by ANZACATA.
Jolene is a firm advocate of the transformative power of art therapy, which enables clients to express and process their emotions. Her approach places emphasis on the creative arts, providing a psychologically safe space for clients facing life's challenges and dealing with adverse childhood experiences and trauma. Jolene's psychodynamic-oriented and integrative approach allows her to deeply connect with clients' unique family backgrounds, attachment patterns, and developmental stages. She offers compassionate care and guidance, facilitating healing through creative arts and self-expression. Her expertise and dedication are invaluable in the realm of art therapy and mental health support.
One of the most meaningful projects Jolene had the opportunity to lead was "Tapestries of Grief: Witnessing through Art Therapy" in September 2021. This community art exhibition was conceptualized to support bereaved individuals and helping professionals who had experienced loss, especially during the pandemic, by creating "remembrance ball" artworks. The event saw over 450 artworks contributed by bereaved persons and helping professionals. This project stands as a testament to the power of art therapy in helping individuals cope with their grief and move towards emotional healing. Jolene's expertise and dedication shine through her involvement in such impactful initiatives in the field of art therapy and mental health support.
Testimonials
Polytechnic Student Counsellor
Jolene gave a very thorough guide of use of art as a therapeutic approach.
Great mix of theory, experiential activities and sharing of actual cases.
Cherlene, Social Worker
Glad to discover that art can be used as a form of communication and engagement.
Nurhayati, Social Worker
Trainer is very knowledgeable, lead the session well, and share real cases with artworks showing the interactive progress of client’s journey.
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