TY - GEN AU - Wilkinson, Rebecca Ann AU - Chilton, Gioia TI - Positive Art Therapy Theory And Practise: :integrating positive psychology with art therapy SN - 9781138908918 U1 - 616.891656 PY - 2018/// PB - Routledge Taylor & Francis Group KW - Art therapy KW - Positive psychology KW - psychology N1 - Include Bibliography and index N2 - Positive Art Therapy Theory and Practice outlines a clear, systematic approach for combining positive psychology with art therapy’s capacity to mobilize client strengths; induce engagement, flow and positive emotions; transform perceptions; build healing relationships and empowering narratives; and illuminate life purpose and meaning. Woven throughout are clinical illustrations, state-of-the-art research, discussion questions, and reflections on how therapists can apply this approach to their work with clients, and their personal and professional development. The book also includes a comprehensive list of more than 80 positive art therapy directives, a robust glossary, and lists of strengths and values. Written in an inviting and amusing style, this manual is both entertaining and practical—an invaluable tool for any practitioner looking to apply the most current theory and research on positive psychology and art therapy to their clinical practice. ER -