Master of Science in Art Therapy 51 credits - College of New Rochelle

The College of New Rochelle
Graduate School
Division of Graduate Art & Communication Studies
Master of Science in Art Therapy
51 credits
New York State Licensure Qualifying Program 2006
Approved by the American Art Therapy Association 1984
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THE COLLEGE OF NEW ROCHELLE
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ART THERAPY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC PAGE
Introduction 3
Art Therapy Program 3
Credential-Based Course Clusters 5
Art Therapy & NBCC Academic Requirements 5
New Jersey Licensing for Art Therapists 6
Admissions 6
Program Plan 8
M.S. in Art Therapy Degree – Suggested Sequence 10
Specialized Course Clusters – Required Courses 11
Course Descriptions 11
Art Therapy Specializations 17
Art Therapy Master Classes 18
The Faculty 19
Clinical Supervisors & Sites 20
Registration in Classes 21
Advisement 21
Tuition & Fees 21
Financial Aid 21
Housing 22
For Additional Information 22
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INTRODUCTION
The Graduate Program in Art Therapy was, in its earliest stages, a major component of
the MA program in Therapeutic Techniques in Art Education. The common core of
Studio Art processes within the context of a basic understanding of human development
provided a foundation for addressing the special needs of people within and outside of the
school environment.
In January 1983, the New York State Department of Education approved the proposal for
our present Master of Science Degree in Art Therapy. This program, designed in
adherence with the guidelines for training in art therapy set forth by the American Art
Therapy Association, is now a separate program, distinct from the program in therapeutic
techniques. In 1984, the program was approved by the American Art Therapy
Association (www.arttherapy.org). It has maintained AATA approval to the present date.
In July 2005, New York State approved this program as a Licensure-Qualifying Program
for New York State Licensing of Creative Arts Therapists (LCAT). Students graduating
from this program are eligible to apply for a Limited Permit to practice art therapy in
New York State. After completing additional supervised practice requirements, they can
apply to NYSED for licensing as Creative Arts Therapists (LCAT).
The College of New Rochelle is located in Westchester County, just one-half hour from
mid-town Manhattan. This central location allows for a rich and diverse choice for
students enrolled in the program. First, it is within reach of many fine hospitals, day
treatment centers, schools, clinics and rehabilitation centers. These provide fieldwork
and practicum placements. Second, our faculty live and work within this region. The
diversity in their experiences and work settings directly feed into the kinds of courses and
supervised experiences that are available to students. Third, the proximity to Manhattan
results in a close connection with outstanding practitioners in medicine, psychology, and
art therapy. Fourth, within Westchester County and the greater New York Metropolitan
area, the proliferation of museums and galleries provide opportunities for art therapy
students to keep abreast of the art world.
We maintain an active working relationship with the Westchester Art Therapy
Association (WATA) cosponsoring many special programs and juried art exhibits. Many
of WATA’s officers and current members are alumnae/i of the CNR art therapy program.
Current students are invited to all WATA programs, free of admission.
ART THERAPY PROGRAM
The Master of Science degree in Art Therapy is designed for qualified students who are
seeking the professional training necessary to pursue careers as Art Therapists. The 51credit
program provides the student with the theoretical training in the discipline as well
as clinical training through supervised fieldwork and practica. It also provides all the
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academic, practica, and internship content areas needed for licensing as a Creative Arts
Therapist in New York State.
The combination of course work and practice in the field qualifies the student to work in
a variety of settings such as psychiatric hospitals, residential and day schools for the
handicapped, institutions for the blind and deaf, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers,
facilities for senior citizens, day treatment of chronic psychiatric clients, pediatric
oncology units and other medical settings, and so forth.
Upon completion of this program, plus 1,000 hours of supervised experience in art
therapy, students are eligible to apply for their certificate as a Registered Art Therapists
(A.T.R.) with the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) (www.atcb.org). In addition,
they will have completed academic requirements for licensing in New York State as
Creative Arts Therapists. Students are asked to contact NYS for additional information
on licensing.
Theoretical Orientation
The emphasis of the program is on the integration of depth-psychology theory and the
aesthetic experience. It is the underlying goal of the program to stimulate the
development of the student as both artist and as therapist. Broadly, the objective is to
train students to professionally use the art therapy process in clinical practice.
Through specific courses where integration is emphasized, the program provides for a
linking between studio art experience and depth-oriented psychological theory
(psychoanalytic, ego psychology and object relations). Examples of such courses are
Psychology of Art Materials, Creative Modalities, and Workshop in Imagery
Transformation. These required courses are taken sequentially prior to the Practicum
semesters. In the context of the class, artistic process, creative experience, and art
therapy theory are simultaneously studied.
Thus, the program provides a psychoanalytic framework with a focus on ego psychology
and object relations theory. It is from this vantage point that the artistic process is
explored. With required classes as a foundation, students elect additional classes which
are designed to explore theoretical and methodological aspects of art therapy for use with
diverse populations.
Program Design
Enrollment in the program is maintained such that students have the opportunity to
individually design their program within the parameters of the requirements. The
program offers required and elective classes throughout the Fall and Spring semesters,
with classes beginning in the late afternoon and early evening. This is especially
important for students whose work hours or family commitments require flexible
scheduling. Elective courses are also held during a three-week session in January and
during two five-week summer sessions. Full-time students can complete the program in
two years; part-time students can complete the program in three years. Special programs,
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master classes, and symposia supplement the course work and provide students with
many opportunities to hear from leaders in the field.
The program, by means of didactic and experiential instruction, is designed to train
students to achieve competency in the practice of art therapy. Upon graduation, students
are qualified to work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, clinics, day treatment, and
schools. Graduates from the program can augment present careers, such as education, to
include a foundation in Art Therapy. The level of training at The College of New
Rochelle enables students to qualify for admission to postgraduate training, should they
wish to develop private practice in art therapy.
Art Therapist as Artist
It is the strong orientation of the program that the art therapy student be an artist actively
involved in his/her own creative development. A vital component of the program,
therefore, is an emphasis on Studio Art. Students choose from a variety of studio art
courses in order to fulfill the studio requirement. At the end of the Fall and Spring
semesters, students are invited to exhibit one or more pieces of art work created during
that semester in our Graduate Art Student Exhibit. Qualified students may also apply for
one-person or small group exhibits. (See the Program Coordinator for details). In this
way, they are encouraged to nurture their own artistic endeavors and are guided to
integrate their experiences with the theoretical material covered in other components of
their training.
Specializations
Specializations can also be pursued in Photography/Phototherapy, in Sculpture/Art
Therapy, Child Art Therapy and in Art Therapy & Thanatology. Students who complete
a specialization sequence receive a Certificate of Specialization (see page 16).
Personal Psychotherapy
During the exploration of the interrelationships between art, creative and art therapy
processes and psychological theory it sometimes happens that the student’s personal
issues become stirred. Subsequently, these issues may find their way into the context of
course work, practicum, or advisement. It is an important aspect of the program that the
student identify any potentially conflicting personal issues that need further resolution.
The student is encouraged to take these concerns back to his/her psychotherapist, so as
not to blur the parameters of the therapeutic and academic arenas.
Credential-Based Course Clusters
Art Therapy & NBCC Academic Requirements
Students who, in addition to the 51-credit program, wish also to obtain academic
requirements stipulated by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) are
advised to take 9 credits in specific additional courses to fulfill these requirements. See
the Program Coordinator for advisement. (See page 10 for special courses).
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New Jersey Licensing as Mental Health Counselors
Students who plan to practice art therapy in New Jersey should select the 60-credit
Master of Science in Art Therapy/Counseling. Please see the enclosed booklet and the
Program Coordinator for more information about this program.
Summary
Though highly structured and sequentially designed, the program flexibly meets the
individual needs of students. Advisement by faculty is a key component of the program
and is required of each student each semester. Thus, students use their graduate
education to achieve both professional and personal goals.
PRE-REQUISITES
ADMISSIONS
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Cum Index of B
(3.0) in the major field and B- (2.7) overall. Undergraduate majors in studio art,
art education, art and psychology, etc. are encouraged to apply;
2. Eighteen (18) credits of course work in Studio Art. Highly recommended are:
drawing, figure drawing, 2- and 3-dimensional design, painting, sculpture,
ceramics, photography, etc.;
3. Twelve (12) credits in psychology. Required courses: Developmental Psychology
and Abnormal Psychology. Highly recommended: Introduction or General
Psychology and Personality Theories;
4. Paid or volunteer experience using art with special populations.
Note: no more than 3-credits of deficiencies in prerequisite courses are allowed when
enrolling in the program. Deficiencies must be completed by the end of the first year the
student is enrolled in the program.
ADMISSION PROCEDURES & REQUIREMENTS
Enrollment is based on “rolling admissions”; that is, prospective students may apply to
the program at any time of the year. There is no application deadline. However, students
should submit all application materials at least one month prior to the semester he/she
plans to begin the program.
Students are strongly urged to apply for Fall semester admission. The Admissions
Interview is scheduled when the Application File is complete.
Application Packets are available from the Graduate Art Office: 914-654-5279.
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Submit the following materials:
1. Application Form and Application Fee;
2. Official Transcripts from all colleges where courses were taken for credit;
3. Prerequisite Form;
4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation from employers and/or former
instructors who can speak to the candidate’s potential for graduate work and
for a career in art therapy;
5. Portfolio of at least 10 pieces of your best art work. Photographs or slides
may be sent (enclose a stamped, return envelope) or brought to the interview;
6. Resume;
7. Complete Immunization Form;
8. Completed Statement of Academic Integrity.
9. After interviewing with the Program Coordinator, the student completes a
Writing Sample.
10. International students whose first language is not English are also required to
send their TOEFL scores. TOEFL scores of at least 550-600 are
recommended.
When all materials have been received you will be notified and invited to visit the
campus for a one-hour interview with the Program Coordinator. At that time you will
also complete a Writing Sample (allow about one hour). Students who live a
considerable distance from campus (i.e. international students) may schedule a phone
interview.
Code of Ethics
The faculty members of the Art Therapy program accept the Codes of Ethics of the
American Art Therapy Association and the American Psychological Association as
standards of professional practice. Accordingly, candidates accepted for the degree
program are also expected to respect the values inherent in the codes. In particular,
violations to the right of privacy will not be tolerated.
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PROGRAM PLAN
Note: The program described below is designed to be in compliance with the Education
Standards stipulated by the American Art Therapy Association, effective July 1, 2002.
51-CREDIT DEGREE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Total: 51 Credits as follows:
36 Credits – Art Therapy Required & Elective Courses
12 Credits – Studio Art & Art Therapy Studios
3 Credits – Psychology Elective
ART THERAPY REQUIRED COURSES
ATH 501 Introduction to Art Therapy, Ethics,
& Fieldwork 3 credits
ATH 529 Human Development 3 credits
ATH 612 Psychopathology for Art Therapists 3 credits
ATH 614 Art Therapy with Groups 3 credits
ATH 615 Practicum 3 credits
ATH 650 Research Methodology for Art Therapists 3 credits
ATH 700 Internship I 3 credits
ATH 701 Internship II 3 credits
ATH 715 Thesis 3 credits
ART THERAPY ELECTIVES – 9 credits, chosen from the following:
ATH 513 Workshop in Expressive Therapies 3 credits
ATH 515 Therapeutic Art in Special Education 3 credits
ATH 517 Art Therapy & the Aging Process 3 credits
ATH 520 Art Therapy with Families 3 credits
ATH 522 Clinical Art Therapy Seminar 3 credits
ATH 524 Art Therapy with Adolescents 3 credits
ATH 525 Phototherapy 3 credits
ATH 527 Art Therapy with Children 3 credits
ATH 528 Art Therapy with Adults 3 credits
ATH 610 Art Therapy Assessments 3 credits
ATH 619 Dream Seminar for Art Therapists 3 credits
ATH 625 Phototherapy Workshop 3 credits
ATH 800 Independent Study in Art Therapy 1-3 credits
ATH 900 Special Topics in Art Therapy 1-3 credits
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STUDIO ART & STUDIO ART THERAPY
Studio Art Therapy - 6 credits
ART 507 Workshop in Imagery Transformation 3 credits (required)
Select one:
ART 554 Psychology of Art Materials 3 credits
ART 676 Creative Modalities 3 credits
Studio Art Electives - 6 credits
Select two 3-credit studio art courses, by advisement. May be ceramics,
photography, computer graphics, painting, sculpture, mixed media, etc.
PSYCHOLOGY ELECTIVE - 3 credits
Select one:
PSY 570 The Emotionally Handicapped Child
PSY 584 Clinical Applications of Projective Psychology
PSY 586 Counseling the Culturally Diverse
PSY 588 Family Process and Therapy I
PSY 688 The Understanding & Treatment of Addictive Behavior
PSY 689 Current Psychotherapies
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M.S. IN ART THERAPY DEGREE
(51 Credit Program)
Suggested Sequence for Full-Time Student (2 Years)
COURSES CREDITS
1 st Fall Semester
**ATH 501 Introduction to Art Therapy, Ethics & Fieldwork 3
(includes Fieldwork: 40 clock hours)
ATH 529 Human Development 3
ART 554 Psychology of Art Materials
OR
ART 676 Creative Modalities 3
Art Therapy Elective 1 3
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1 st Spring Semester
**ATH 612 Psychopathology for Art Therapists 3
ATH 614 Art Therapy with Groups 3
**ATH 615 Practicum 3
(includes 7.5 clock hours/week at practicum site)
Art Therapy Elective 2 3
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Summer Session
Studio Art Elective 1 3
Art Therapy Elective 3 3
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2 nd Fall Semester
ATH 700 Internship I 3
(includes 20 clock hours/week at internship site)
*ATH 650 Research Methodology 3
Psychology Elective 3
Studio Art Elective 2 3
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2 nd Spring Semester
ATH 701 Internship II 3
(includes 20 clock hours/week at internship site)
*ATH 715 Thesis 3
ART 507 Workshop in Imagery Transformation 3
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* Must be taken in this sequence. Offered in a Fall/Spring sequence.
**Internship I Prerequisites: Completion of 24 credits in the program, including ATH
501, ATH 612, ATH 615, Admission to Candidacy, and approval of Fieldwork/Practicum
Coordinator and Faculty.
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CREDENTIAL-BASED STUDY-COURSE CLUSTER
SPECIFIC COURSES FOR NBCC ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
This cluster of courses is designed to provide the academic requirements for
students to apply to take the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)
exam. It does not supply the post-master’s experience requirements. For
complete details about NBCC, visit their web site at www.nbcc.org.
Students take the 51-credit degree program, outlined above and they take an
additional 9 credits for a total of 60-credits that include the following:
CLD 540 Theories of Career Counseling
PSY 586 Counseling the Culturally Diverse
ATH 610 Art Therapy Assessments
Note: Psychology Elective must be:
PSY 581 Interviewing & Therapeutic Counseling
I. REQUIRED COURSES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ATH 501 Introduction to Art Therapy, Ethics, & Fieldwork – 3 credits. An
overview of the history and growth of art therapy as a therapeutic discipline. Theoretical
approaches from fields of psychology and counseling form the basis for art therapy
practice. Discussion of ethical standards from AATA, ATCB, APA, and ACA within the
context of art fieldwork. A 4-hour per week, for 10 weeks (total = 40 clock hours)
fieldwork component introduces students to the field. Students are required to pass both
the academic and fieldwork components to earn a minimum grade of B (3.0) for the
course. Offered every fall. St. John
ART 507 Workshop in Imagery Transformation – 3 credits. Auditory and visual
stimuli will be utilized to promote design ideas and forms. Students will work first with
drawing media and then transform their images into clay, wire, paper, and ultimately into
stone. Offered every spring. Wolf
ATH 529 Human Development – 3 credits. Readings, discussion, videotapes,
observations, oral reports, written papers, and experiential exercises that provide an
understanding of the nature and needs of individuals at all developmental levels: infancy,
childhood/latency, adolescence, adulthood, and the elderly. Attention is given to the
relationship of human development to art therapy. Offered every fall. Szala
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ART 554 Psychology of Art Materials – 3 credits. Exploration of art materials and
techniques. Emphasis on developing an awareness of material usage with a wide variety
of populations. Offered every other fall. Wolf
ATH 612 Psychopathology for Art Therapists – 3 credits. Using The Diagnostic &
Statistical Manual (current edition), students study major clinical syndromes with
emphasis on the use of art therapy techniques used in working with clients who manifest
these behaviors. Relationship between diagnostic category and characteristics in art work
is discussed. Prerequisite: ATH 501. Offered every spring. Bairy
ATH 614 Art Therapy with Groups – 3 credits. The role of the art therapist in the
therapeutic process with groups. Emphasis on Yalom’s theoretical model. Relationship
of theory to practice is studied through readings, discussion, role-play, and written
papers. Co-requisite: Practicum or Internship. Offered every fall & spring. Sacks
ATH 615 Practicum – 3 credits. Emphasis on various clinical populations and the
development of beginning level clinical art therapy skills via a 7.5 hour per week
Practicum component, for a total of 112.5 hours per 15 week semester. Differentiation
between counseling and art therapy theory and practice. On-site supervision by an art
therapist and on-campus supervision by course instructor. Placement in a mental health
facility prepares students for Internship I. Before being accepted into Practicum, students
meet with Practicum Coordinator. Students must pass course work, practicum
component, midterm and final practicum written evaluations, in order to pass the course.
Prerequisite: ATH 501. Offered every spring. Szala & Others
ATH 650 Research Methodology for Art Therapists – 3 credits. Research
methodology in art therapy with emphasis on quantitative research such as descriptive,
correlational, causal-comparative, experimental, including single-case study and
qualitative research designs; discussion of basic tools, materials, designs and statistical
techniques used in research and program/treatment evaluation. Development of a
research proposal required. Required of all art therapy majors prerequisite to ATH 715
Thesis. Prerequisite: completion of 24 credits in the program. Offered every fall. St. John
ART 676 Creative Modalities – 3 credits. Workshop designed to explore the
therapeutic use of various modalities such as mask making, container-making, dioramas,
quilt-making, doll-making, etc. Offered every other fall. Wolf
ATH 700 Internship I – 3 credits. Intermediate development of art therapy skills.
Internship I and II are completed sequentially at the same site (Fall-Spring sequence).
On-site Practicum hours are completed at one placement. Students are required to
perform 20 hours per week for a total of 300 clock hours of internship in a clinical art
therapy setting while also participating in a weekly seminar on the College campus. At
least half the hours must be in direct client contact doing art therapy. Ongoing individual
supervision is provided by the on-site clinical personnel; ongoing group supervision is
provided by the course instructor. Before selecting an internship placement, students
must be approved for Acceptance into Internship I, attend an Internship I Orientation
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meeting, and meet individually with the Practicum/Internship Coordinator. Readings and
discussion about a wide variety of populations; clinical treatment using art therapy;
writing treatment goals based on assessment; written papers and oral presentations.
Attendance at one Grand Rounds, one Case Conference, and two Team Meetings (or
alternative). Midterm and Final Written Evaluations of on-site work. Prerequisites:
Completion of at least 24 credits in the program, including ATH 501, ATH 612, 615,
Admission to Candidacy and Acceptance into Internship I. Offered every fall. Wolf &
Others
ATH 701 Internship II – 3 credits. Advanced level art therapy practice at the same site
as Internship I. The student conducts an inservice workshop at the clinical setting, works
individually and leads groups of clients, recommends treatment goals, writes field notes,
charts, and takes on other clinical responsibilities. The student attends one Grand
Rounds, one Case Conference, and two Team Meetings (or alternative). Required
attendance at a weekly seminar on campus for group supervision with the art therapy
College supervisor. Required one-hour of individual supervision with the on-site clinical
personnel. Students must complete a minimum of 300 clock hours with at least half the
hours in direct client contact. Written Midterm and Final Evaluations of on-site work.
Prerequisite: ATH 700. Offered every spring. Wolf & Others
ATH 715 Thesis – 3 credits. Indepth research study on an aspect of art therapy
presented in a formal thesis. APA style is followed with the structure for the thesis
outlined in the Division Thesis Guidebook. Students plan, implement, interpret results
and present their research studies using thesis format. Prerequisite: ATH 650. Offered
every fall. St. John
II. ART THERAPY ELECTIVES: Select Three (3) From the Following: (9 cr.)
ATH 513 Workshop in Expressive Arts Therapies – 3 credits. An introductory
workshop providing an overview of the creative arts therapies: music, movement/dance,
drama, the visual arts, and others, presented within a theoretical and experiential
framework. Emphasis on practical application and collaboration in educational and
clinical settings. Guest speakers present the various creative arts modalities. Offered
every Summer Session I. Fawundu
ATH 515 Therapeutic Art in Special Education – 3 credits. The full range of
disabilities and special health-care needs of students are studied within the context of the
effect those disabilities and needs have on learning and behavior. Language
development, verbal and visual literacy are studied and related to skills needed in
learning: visual perception, fine and gross motor skills, etc. Through required 20 hours
of observation and specific observation assignments, students develop skills in
identifying strengths, individualizing treatment, and collaborating with others to prepare
students with disabilities and special needs to reach their highest levels of academic
achievement and independence. Based on learner needs and the New York State
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Learning Standards for the Visual Arts, students design treatment related to curricula and
assessments that are differentiated to enhance the learning of all students. Offered every
Summer II.
ATH 517 Art Therapy & the Aging Process – 3 credits. In depth consideration of the
practice of art therapy with the elderly. Comparison of the characteristics of the normal
aging adult with those having conditions which include psychiatric or physical
disabilities. Techniques and procedures applicable to institutional work are covered as
well as issues surrounding the role of creativity in later life. Offered every other Summer
II. Wald
ATH 520 Art Therapy with Families – 3 credits. Family Systems theory is explored
as well as art therapy techniques used in clinical treatment of families.
ATH 522 Clinical Art Therapy Seminar – 3 credits. This course focuses on the
integration of psychoanalytic processes within the clinical practice of art therapy.
Discussion centers on the use of art materials in working with dreams, transference,
counter-transference and resistance. Wolf
ATH 524 Art Therapy with Adolescents – 3 credits. Study and demonstration of
approaches for working with adolescent populations within a theoretical and experiential
framework. Discussion of work with a variety of populations in a range of settings such
as inpatient, outpatient, individual, group, medical, school, long- and short-term
treatment. Assessment of the adolescent and setting of treatment goals are studied for use
within various treatment settings. Individual case studies develop basic skills in the
practical application and use of art therapy with this population. Offered every other fall.
Ellis.
ATH 525 Phototherapy – 3 credits. Introduction to the use of phototherapy
techniques and processes with various populations. Discussion of the uses of
phototherapy in mental health and basic processes of photography, including dark room
technique and other photographic methods. Students are required to supply their own
camera, film and paper. Offered every spring. Wolf
ATH 527 Art Therapy with Children – 3 credits. Study and demonstration of
approaches for working with child populations within a theoretical and experiential
framework. Discussion of work with a variety of child populations in a range of settings
such as inpatient, outpatient, individual, group, medical, school, long- and short-term
treatment. Assessment of the child and the setting of treatment goals are studied for use
within various treatment settings. Individual case studies will help develop basic skills in
the practical application and use of art therapy with this population. Offered every other
fall. Sacks
ATH 528 Art Therapy with Adults – 3 credits. Study and demonstration of
approaches to working with adult populations within a theoretical and experiential
framework. Discussion of work with a variety of populations such as acute, chronic,
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inpatient, outpatient, using individual, group, and long and short-term treatments.
Assessment of the patient/client and the setting of treatment goals are studied for use
within various treatment settings. Offered every other Summer I. Wald; Sacks.
ATH 610 Art Therapy Assessments – 3 credits. Selection, administration, scoring,
and interpretation of art therapy assessment tools, primarily designed by and for art
therapists, such as the Ulman, Kramer, three Silver assessments, the FEATS, the
Diagnostic Drawing Series, and others. Identification of developmental stages in
pictorial and sculptural forms and deviations from typical characteristics seen in the art
work by the atypical children and adolescents (Lowenfeld, Golumb, and others).
Discussion of the history of assessment, structured, semi-structured, and non-structured
procedures, observation techniques, and use of pre- and post-testing in research. Students
will master one assessment tool and know about others. Students need access to normal
and must be working with a client population. Recommended pre- or co-requisites: ATH
612 & 615. Offered every spring. St. John
ATH 619 Dream Seminar for Art Therapists – 3 credits. Exploration of ways
dreams may be utilized in clinical art therapy treatment. Theoretical readings are
integrated with clinical material presented by participants. Offered every fall. Wolf
ATH 625 Phototherapy Workshop – 3 credits. Further development of skills in black
and white photography in phototherapy with various populations. Discussion and
implementation of phototherapeutic projects with clients. Prerequisite: ATH 525 and
graduate or undergraduate level photography course or permission of the instructor.
Students are required to supply their own camera, film and paper. Offered every spring.
Wolf
ATH 800 Independent Study – 1-3 credits. Under a mentor, the student identifies a
project for an in-depth study on a specific area of interest, preferably one that grows out
of studies in previous courses. The student plans the project and completes it within one
semester. The student meets with the mentor for at least four (4) one-hour meetings for
critique and evaluation of progress. Independent Study projects are based on prior
learning. Independent study presupposes skills and learning from previous course work
and requires advanced level proficiency; that is, the student can carry out the project
independently without need of instruction by the mentor. Before registering for
Independent Study the student discusses his/her plan with his/her faculty advisor. After
attaining approval the project is discussed with the mentor. If approval is attained, the
student completes an Independent Study Contract (available in the Division Office) prior
to registration and submits it for written approval by the Division Head, Mentor, and
Faculty Advisor. No more than 6 credits of Independent Study are allowed.
ATH 900 Special Topics in Art Therapy – 1-3 credits. Addresses current needs of
professionals in the field. Guest lecturers. Various topics, such as child abuse, family art
therapy, eating disorders, action and qualitative research, drug and alcohol abuse, grant
writing, private practice, art therapy in schools, etc., may be addressed.
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IV. STUDIO ART: Select Two (2) Courses (6 credits)
Various offerings: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Photography, Mixed
Media, Ceramics, etc. See current Course Schedule for offerings.
V. PSYCHOLOGY: Select One Course from the Following: (3 credits)
PSY 570 The Emotionally Handicapped Child – 3 credits. Overview of child
development. Analysis of dynamics and possible etiologies of major types of emotional
disorders of childhood and adolescence, the autistic child, clinical and research
perspectives, implications for educational planning. Observation required. Prerequisite:
SED 540 must be taken with or before this course. Fall; Summer I. Arko.
PSY 584 Clinical Applications of Projective Psychology – 3 credits. Theories and
techniques of projective tests and expressions including their analysis and evaluation.
Emphasis on classroom techniques for eliciting thematic content (art, writing, dramatics,
play) to promote and underscore expression and therapeutic growth. Fall; Summer II.
PSY 586 Counseling the Culturally Diverse – 3 credits. Awareness of cultural
communication patterns and life styles affecting racial identification with application to
special career/life attitude problems of minorities and disadvantaged. Application to
education and world of work. Course will provide an opportunity for exploring self
through values and attitudes about work, consideration of life styles, and study of how
values are formed. Fall; Spring; Summer III.
PSY 588 Family Therapy & Process I – 3 credits. Explores psychological structure
of the family through readings in contemporary theories of family dynamics. These will
be related to approaches to family interventions through family therapy. Fall; Spring.
PSY 688 The Understanding & Treatment of Addictive Behaviors – 3 credits. A
study of the etiology and treatment of addiction with special emphasis on the school-age
population. Fall; Summer II.
PSY 689 Current Psychotherapies – 3 credits. A review of current psychotherapeutic
systems; tape demonstration of related psychotherapeutic sessions. Spring.
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ART THERAPY SPECIALIZATIONS
Students may select a specialization. A Certificate of Specialization is awarded upon
completion of the course cluster. These specializations are optional; they are not
required.
Specialization in Photography & Phototherapy
Required:
ATH 525 Phototherapy
ATH 625 Phototherapy Workshop
Select one:
ART 558 Photography I
ART 658 Photography II
ART 900 Photography Workshop
Specialization in Sculpture & Art Therapy
Select three (3) courses:
ART 507 Workshop in Imagery Transformation (required)
ART 532 Sculpture I
ART 534 Ceramic Sculpture
ART 635 Sculpture Workshop
Specialization in Child Art Therapy
ATH 515 Therapeutic Art in Special Education
ATH 527 Art Therapy with Children
ATH 615 Practicum I (with children)
Specialization in Art Therapy & Thanatology
Required courses:
ATH 501 Introduction to Art Therapy, Ethics, & Fieldwork
PSY 581 Psychological Interviewing & Therapeutic Counseling
GRT 614 Dying & Death
GRT 615 Grief, Mourning & Bereavement
Select two (2) from the following:
ATH 615 Practicum (must have thanatology content)
ATH 700 Internship I (must have thanatology content)
ATH 701 Internship II (must have thanatology content)
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ART THERAPY MASTER CLASSES
Advanced students, alumni/ae and human service professionals may continue to update
their skills by attending our Master Classes. Since 1991, we have offered these 10-hour
workshops in the fall and spring semesters, usually on weekends, for one-credit each. A
group of three 1-credit master classes equals one 3-credit art therapy elective.
Our speakers and topics have included:
Shirley Riley, MFCC, ATR – Family Art Therapy
Kathleen Hynes, CSW, ATR – Treatment of Multiple Personality Disorders
Susan Christantiello, MCAT, ATR – Treatment of Adult Victims of Sexual Abuse
Barbara Holton, CSW – Family Systems
Olga Koniahin, MPS, ATR – Treatment of Alcoholism through Art Therapy
Mindy Jacobson, MCAT, ATR – Treatment of Severe Dissociation Disorders through
Art Therapy
Tara Marean, MS, ATR – Treating Drug Abuse through Art Therapy
Anne Mills, MA, ATR – Diagnostic Drawing Series
Carol T. Cox, ATR – Mandala Assessment
Ilo Milton, MPS, CSW – Assessment of Children
Kim Fraioli, MS, ATR – Private Practice
Barbara Cooper, MPS, ATR & Erika Leewenbergh, ATR – Grant Writing
Carolyn Szala, MS, ATR – Dialectical Behavioral Art Therapy
Janet Bush, ATR & Sarah Hite Deaver, ATR – Art Therapy in Schools (A Symposium
co-sponsored with the Westchester Art Therapy Association & AATA)
Additional Past Guest Speakers
Pierre Boenig-Sherell Myra Levick, Me.D.,ATR
Shellie David, ATR Bernard Levy
Josef Garai, Ph.S., ATR Paola Luzzatto, Ph.D., ATR-BC
Connie Naitove, ATR Elaine Rapp, ATR
Arthur Robbins, ATR Linda Seaver, ATR
Edith Kramer, ATR, HLM Rawley Silver, Ed.D., ATR, HLM
Hanna Kwiatkowska, ATR Clara Jo Stember, ATR
Mildred Lachman-Chapin, ATR Elinor Ulman, ATR
Marilyn La Monica, MPS Lucille Venture, Ph.D., ATR
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I. PROGRAM COORDINATOR
THE FACULTY
PATRICIA ST. JOHN, MA, ED.D., ATR-BC, LCAT, Associate Professor. Holds the
MA in Art Therapy from New York University and Ed.D. in Art Education with a
specializations in neurological impairment and learning disabilities, from Columbia
University. Service for the American Art Therapy Association includes past Chair-
Strategic Planning Committee, Member-Research Committee, Education Committee,
Conference Program Committee, past-Associate Editor & Editorial Board member &
current Book Editor of Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association,
past-Secretary & Member of the Education & Training Board, past Director (AATA
Board of Directors). Past President of the New England Association of Art Therapists.
Specializes in neurologically impaired, art therapy assessments, research methodology.
Published articles in Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association, Art
Education, AATA Conference Proceedings, and the Ohio Art Education Journal. A
frequent presenter at AATA conferences, National Art Education conventions, and for
state and local groups. Teaches: Introduction to Art Therapy, Ethics, & Fieldwork; Art
Therapy Assessments; Research Methodology; Thesis.
II. CORE FACULTY (note: this is not a complete listing)
ROBERT I. WOLF, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Professor of Art Therapy & Fine Arts.
Received MPS degree in Art Therapy from Pratt Institute and is a Senior Member of the
National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis (NPAP). Independent practice in
psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and art therapy. Past-Director of the Institute for
Expressive Analysis, Faculty-The Training Institute of the NPAP, visiting professor, Pratt
Institute Summer Art Therapy Program, past-Clinical Director at Henry Street School,
New York City. Published articles in Phototherapy: An Interdisciplinary Journal,
International Journal of Art Psychotherapy, Annual Proceedings of AATA, The American
Journal of Art Therapy, and Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy
Association. Teaches: Workshop in Imagery Transformation; Practicum II & III;
Phototherapy; Sculpture; Psychology of Art Materials; Creative Modalities; Dream
Seminar for Art Therapists.
CAREN SACKS, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Art
Therapy. Coordinator of Fieldwork/Practicum/Internships. M.A. in Art Therapy –
Lesley College; Co-director and clinician at the Center for Family Life, Mamaroneck,
NY; Clinical consultant/psychotherapist at The Center for Preventive Psychiatry,
Yonkers, NY; experience with families and groups. Certificate in Psychoanalytic
Psychotherapy with children and adolescents, New Hope Post-Graduate Training
Program. Membership in AATA, WATA, and New Hope Guild Graduate Society.
Teaches: Art Therapy with Groups; Child Art Therapy; Art Therapy with Adults.
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CAROLYN SZALA, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Art
Therapy. M.S. in Art Therapy from The College of New Rochelle. Formerly
Rehabilitation Therapist, Mature Adult Psychiatric Unit and Partial Hospital, Chronic
Unit & Drug Rehabilitation at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Harrison, NY; Art Therapist on the
Adult Psychiatric Unit at Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ.
Holds the BA and MA degrees in Theology from Fordham University. Frequent
presenter at national conventions of the American Art Therapy Association. Outstanding
Clinician Award, Westchester Art Therapy Association (1991); President, Westchester
Art Therapy Association. Specialization in Dialectical Behavioral Art Therapy.
Teaches: Practicum; Special Topics.
JUDITH WALD, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Art
Therapy. More than 13 years experience in art therapy treatment. Specializes in
treatment of elderly populations. Clinical experience includes positions in art therapy
and supervision at Northern Westchester Hospital Center, Burke Rehabilitation Center,
and Gehah Psychiatric Hospital in Israel. Developed programs in art therapy with
neurologically impaired, Alzheimer’s Disease patients and stroke victims. Published
widely in professional journals. Teaches: Art Therapy & the Aging Process; Art
Therapy with Adults.
V. CLINICAL SUPERVISORS (Note: this is not a complete listing)
Carol Stokes-The Spellman Center Francie Lyshak-Bronx Psychiatric
Mimi Fierle-Young Adult Institute Paige Oliver-Astor Guidance Cntr.
Michelle Helfman-Elmhurst Hospital Terry Towne-Mid-Fairfield Child Guid.Cntr
Paul Deegan-Hall Brooke Hospital Rita Coleman-Rye Psychiatric Hospital
Ker Buckley-Four Winds Hospital Rafelina Mandarino-Holliswood Hospital
Pam Garrett-Astor Home for Child. Elissa Zwiebach-Richmond Children’s Cntr.
Erika Leeuwenburgh-Hackensack Hos. Ellen Goldring-Hackensack Hospital
REGISTRATION IN CLASSES
All students register after advisement with the Program Coordinator preferably during
mail-in registration. Walk-in registration is open to new students. The Program
Coordinator is available year round for advisement. Call for an appointment: 914-654-
5280 or email: pstjohn@cnr.edu. Please call the Division Office for a Course Schedule
Booklet and Transaction (registration) Form: 914-654-5279. The Schedule and Graduate
School Catalog are also provided on the website: www.cnr.edu.
Payment in full accompanies registration. Deferred Payment is arranged with the Bursar.
Student Loans are arranged with Financial Aid; see Robin Marshall (rmarshall@cnr.edu)
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ADVISEMENT
Advisement is required prior to registering for each semester’s courses.
Dr. Patricia St. John, Program Coordinator, advises all students. Professor Caren Sacks is
the Fieldwork/Practicum/Internship Coordinator. Students who enroll in Introduction to
Art Therapy, Practicum, and Internship I & II are required to consult with her regarding
fieldwork or practicum or internship placements.
Please see the Graduate School Catalog for descriptions of Admission to Candidacy,
Acceptance into Practicum, Internship, and Application for the Degree.
TUITION & FEES
Tuition: $575 per credit (Academic Year 2006-2006, begins 7/01/06)
General Fee: Full-time students - $tba
Part-time students - $tba
Registration Fee: $25 Registration fee is non-refundable and is waived for all
continuing students who register by mail.
Application Fee: $35, for new students only
Lab Fees: For some courses lab fees are charged for materials, photocopies,
etc.
Payment: Mastercard and Visa cards are accepted. Checks are accepted.
Deferred payment for the fall and spring semesters is arranged with
the Bursar during in-Person registration. Students may apply for
financial aid and student loans. See below for awards, etc.
*Note: Tuition and fees increase annually.
Note: The CNR Graduate Art Therapy program offers the lowest tuition rates in
comparison to all other metropolitan New York City private college/university graduate
art therapy programs.
FINANCIAL AID
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS
Full-time, new students are encouraged to apply for a Graduate Assistantship. These
awards provide full tuition payment for 30 credits and a small stipend in exchange for 15
hours per week of work in the Graduate School. Students must have all application
materials into the Division Office by February 1. Graduate Assistantship applications
are due on March 15. Application forms are available from Ms. Angela Ruta:
aruta@cnr.edu or 914-654-5279.
SCHOLARSHIPS
After completing 12 credits of graduate work, students with a 3.5 cum index may apply
for a Graduate School Scholarship. Awards are based either on the graduate cum index
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or financial need and are awarded on a semester-by-semester schedule. Applications are
available from Ms. Angela Ruta: aruta@cnr.edu or 914-654-5279.
RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS
Students who have previous research experience are encouraged to apply for a research
assistantship. Research assistants work directly with a full-time faculty member on
specific research projects. Awards are for either 6 credits (120 hours of research
assistance) or 3 credits (60 hours of research assistance). Please contact a full-time
faculty member for more information and due dates for application.
STUDENT LOANS
Full- and part-time students may apply for educational loans and other awards listed in
the Graduate School catalog. For educational loans, students must carry a course load of
at least 6 credits per semester. Call Robin Marshall in Financial Aid: 914-654-5434, or
email at
COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT (CSG)
Community Service Grants are available for students who work full-time in a private
school. Contact Ms. Angela Ruta: aruta@cnr.edu; 914-654-5279 for applications,
procedures, and due dates.
HOUSING
Prospective students contact the Student Services Office in Student Campus Center 212
for local housing listing: 914-654-5862. Ask for Meghan Toomey (mtoomey@cnr.edu)
or Rosann Santos (rsantos@cnr.edu). Note that the College does not provide dormitory
space for graduate students from the United States. International students should contact
Ms. Toomey or Ms. Santos for information about on-campus housing.
Revised 3/09/07
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Patricia St. John, Ed.D., ATR-BC, LCAT, Program Coordinator
The College of New Rochelle
Graduate Art Therapy – Chapel Hall G 2
29 Castle Place
New Rochelle, NY 10805
Phone: 914-654-5280 Email:
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