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Full Conference Schedule RE3094 • Research Methods with the Pediatric Palliative Care Patient Location: Virginia B, Lobby Level Lina Claire Meza-Murillo, M.P.S., ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLS, and Gloria Bernard, M.A.A.T. The benefits of emotional expression and contact with a nonverbal palliative care child are explored in this research study. The analysis focuses on individual and group art therapy sessions where data was compiled over a 4-week period, tracking physiological responses, such as heart rate and oxygen levels. MC3064 • The Becoming of Art Therapy in Russia Location: Virginia C, Lobby Level Natalia Nazarova, Ph.D. Research conducted in Russia with two groups of art therapy students from different art therapy educational programs that compares the art therapy students with students from other fields. Topics include: choice of art therapy profession, changes during training period, adaptation to art therapy work, and art therapy image. 1:00-1:50 p.m. Papers MC6082 • Holism in Action: Integrating Art, Early Recollections, Body, Culture, and Intergenerational History Location: Washington 3, Exhibition Level Hala Buck, M.A. LCPC, NCC Presenting case studies from a multicultural group in Romania and the United States illustrating an integrative process that weaves Adlerian Early Recollections, art therapy, the body, psychodrama, group dynamics, intergenerational issues, and sociopolitical history to reveal, explore, and transform mental constructs that are implicit memories in the mind and body. TR6041 • The Power of Creative Energy: Transforming Desire for Death into Lust for Life! Location: Virginia A, Lobby Level Jane DeSouza, M.P.S., ATR-BC, LCAT The collective efforts of a treatment team and patient using the power of the art process to transform a patient repeatedly engaging in suicidal acts into a person with the desire to live life fully. A story of hope and the power of the human spirit to turn selfdestruction into self-creation! PP6206 • Taking It to the Streets: Drive Your Destiny through State Grassroots Advocacy Location: Virginia B, Lobby Level Sarah Kremer, M.A.A.T., ATR-BC, and Angela Foehl, J.D., M.P.H Find your inner lobbyist and approach advocacy like a pro! Participants will learn how to select, assess, and analyze state issues and determine the appropriate advocacy methods and targets. We will also investigate background on issues and targets and how to design and implement an effective, strategic advocacy approach. AC6066 • Sustainable Social Change Through Art Exhibits and Art Therapy Location: Washington 2, Exhibition Level Jordan Potash, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LCAT Incorporating nonviolent resistance ideology into art therapy creates a sustainable community development program based in the relational. Based on a qualitative study, this paper describes how art exhibits and structured viewing methods can help art viewers develop empathy and move toward prosocial behavior for artists living with mental illness. SC6097 • Art for Life: A Community Arts Mentorship Program for Chronically Ill Children Location: Washington 1, Exhibition Level Katherine Reed, M.A., ATR, LPC, and Erin Anderson, M.A., LPC, R-DMT, CMT This presentation will offer a working model for a transformative community arts mentorship program focused on expanding opportunities for chronically ill children. Facilitated by creative arts therapists, Art for Life connects local artists as mentors to hospital-bound students, fostering new artists; poets; dancers; musicians; dj’s, and actors. PP6090 • Sustainable Supervision: Best Practices for the Supervisor and Supervisee Location: Washington 4, Exhibition Level Terry Towne, M.A., ATR-BC Sustainable supervision is based upon the premise that engaging in supervision is a career-long activity. This presentation will highlight the current literature on behavioral health supervision as it pertains to ethical, legal, and professional concerns and will provide practical tools and risk management strategies for both supervisor and supervisee. 40 • AATA 42nd Annual Conference • Washington, DC • Saturday, July 9
Full Conference Schedule ET6120 • The Life and Art of Charles Steffen: Ethics and Exhibition Location: Washington 5, Exhibition Level Randy Vick, M.S., ATR-BC, LCPC This presentation explores the life and work of the late Chicago artist Charles Steffen. A posthumous show of his drawings raised ethical questions regarding the exhibition of work by artists with disabilities as well as awe regarding a life of significant challenge and astonishing creative energy. 1:00-1:30 p.m. Film Festival: “How To” Discussion Forum Location: Madison A, Mezzanine Level Amanda Alders, M.S., ATR Through the review of a film made with a client and discussing the therapeutic role of movie-making, the presenter will highlight methods that are useful when incorporating digital art therapy techniques. A roundtable discussion atmosphere will be cultivated. 1:00-2:30 p.m. Workshops (Separate registration required.) RE2032 • Crossing the Bridge to Health: A Creative and Symbolic Journey Location: Delaware B, Lobby Level Penny Baron, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LCAT Through a case study and art-based research methodology, you will learn how the presenter used art therapy as a source of healing when faced with a serious illness. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to “cross a bridge” for enhancing their health during a guided imagery and drawing experience. MS2171 • Using Art Therapy to Promote Healing and Change on a Cellular Level Location: Washington 6, Exhibition Level Anya Beebe, M.A., LPC Explore the profound connection between emotional and physical health and how art therapy may promote healing on a cellular level. A recent clinically randomized study in which art therapy was proven to reduce anxiety and increase quality of life in asthma patients will be discussed, along with other related research. SC2106 • Recycled Flowers Location: Delaware A, Lobby Level Christine Lummis, D.K.A.T.I., RCAT This fun workshop will demonstrate how to create flowers using plastic bottles, paint, sticks, fabric, and your imagination. Participants will be able to spend time focusing on their own individual projects, while having a shared group experience as problem-solving and creative ideas for elaborating are shared. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Film Festival: Member Video Making – “YouTube Filming Event” Location: Madison A, Mezzanine Level Amanda Alders, M.S., ATR A Mac computer along with a “video technician” will be made available to art therapists who want to experiment with filming/editing a short video to be posted on YouTube. Participants will be asked to talk about their role in the field of art therapy on video. Videos will be limited to being 2 minutes in length. 2:00-2:50 p.m. Focus Group SC4193 • Men in Art Therapy: How Does Libido Shape the Male Art Therapist Location: Virginia C, Lobby Level Brian Tepper, M.P.S., ATR-BC, ATCS, LCAT and Ori Cruz, M.P.S., LCAT Libido has quite an interesting history. Freud to Jung, Kramer to Robbins, and up to Rubin, the term has evolved over time. What is the impact on the men Is it the driving force This focus group will be an openended experiential, process oriented, and discussion driven experience. Papers ES6195 • Out of Darkness Comes Understanding and Awareness: Students’ Process During International Course Location: Washington 2, Exhibition Level Heidi Bardot, M.A., ATR-BC This paper explores unique aspects of an international diversity course. Analyzing art and journal entries from daily rituals, similar themes emerged by each student. Artwork and themes will be presented to portray evolving student cultural sensitivity and self-awareness, and how this ritual is an essential and integral part of the process. MC6056 • Art for Haiti: Supporting Recovery Efforts through Art Therapy and Education Location: Washington 1, Exhibition Level Geri Hurlbut, M.A., ATR-BC, MFT The outcome of a humanitarian trip to Haiti offering art therapy services to medical professionals is presented. The primary goals were to teach sustainable skills, provide avenues for self expression, reduce suffering, and enhance wellness. Increased sensitivity to survivors’ needs, and the Haitian/Creole cultures was a secondary benefit. Saturday, July 9 • AATA 42nd Annual Conference • Washington, DC • 41
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