• What is Art Therapy?

    A Clinical profession using art in therapy, and preparation including the study of human development, psychological theories, and counseling techniques.


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    Uses the creative process of art-making and client-reflection to improve and enhance mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of individuals.


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    The creative process effectively aids in coping with illness, stress and trauma; resolving conflicts and problems; developing interpersonal and social skills; managing emotions and behaviour; treating developmental or psychological impairment; achieving insight and increased self esteem.


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    CATA - The Canadian Art Therapy Association. A not-for-profit organization founded in1977 by Dr. Martin A. Fischer to promote the profession of art therapy in Canada.


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    Encourages professional growth of art therapy among its membership and within the community.


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    Maintains national standards of training, practice and supports and administers professional registration. Promotes research and publication.


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CATA Annual Conference 2012 | Ever Widening Circles

Ever Widening Circles CATA 2012 Annual Conference

Call for Proposals

Ever-Widening Circles

 Canadian Art Therapy Association

  Annual Conference

October 18 – 21, 2012

Hosted with St. Stephen’s College at Lister Centre,  University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: May 16, 2012

 

We invite proposals on topics related to the conference theme, including:

  • Art Therapy and Spirituality/Transcendence
  • First Nations Art Therapy Initiatives, Perspectives and Practices
  • Arts-Based Research
  • Creative / Expressive Arts Across the Disciplines
  • Art Therapy and Community (local and global)
  • Art Therapy and Social Action
  • The Future of Art Therapy

Watch also for a call for proposals to perform original songs, stories, poetry, or other creations at the Saturday evening CATA Coffee House.

 

Presentation Formats

Workshop (80 minutes or 3 hours) Workshops engage participants in a hands-on process to gain knowledge and understanding of the material covered. Limited art supplies will be provided. Please use the proposal submission form to request supplies.

Paper (50 minutes) Oral presentation of theory, research and/or practice. Art supplies are not usually provided for paper presentations, as they are not intended to be a hands-on experience for participants.

Panel (80 minutes) Groups of 3 to 6 panelists, including a moderator, speaking on different aspects of the same subject. Art supplies are not usually provided for panel presentations, as they are not intended to be a hands-on experience for participants.

Arts-based presentation (50 minutes) Presentation of professional issues or clinical application in art therapy through performance art modalities including drama, music, poetry, text, movement, visual art, or combinations. Please send an audio or video clip of the presentation with the proposal submission. (Send via www.sendspace.com.)

Video (50 minutes) Showing of finished Video Digital Recording, followed by discussion, on topics related to professional issues and/or clinical practice. Please send a clip of the video with the proposal submission. (Send via www.sendspace.com.)

Poster Authors will present their work displayed on poster boards for viewing throughout the conference.

 

Selection process

The Conference Program Committee will review and select proposals for conference presentations to create a program with a variety of topics and presenters.

Proposal Form for Widening Circles CATA 2012 Conference Download (64 KB)

Please complete this form and send it by email attachment to:

WideningCirclesProposals@gmail.com.

Send Audio / Video clips via www.sendspace.com to the same address.

By May 16, 2012

Please ensure that your proposal is complete and that it relates to the conference themes and presentation formats. We are able to accept online submissions only.

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