CAT 620 - Creativity, Symbolism, and Metaphor

This course covers the application of general psychological approaches and theories related to creativity, symbolism, and metaphor and then how they apply to art therapy. This course is designed to provide an opportunity to learn the historical and developmental approach to the importance of creative activity throughout the life-span. Theories and models of creativity, symbolism, and metaphor are explored. The student will apply the theories using artistic language, symbolism, and various media. This course is not a substitute for a masters training program in art therapy. Open to students in Creative Arts Therapy programs. Open to students in other graduate programs with permission of the instructor.

Prerequisites & Notes
Open to students in Creative Arts Therapy programs. Open to students in other graduate programs with permission of the instructor. Term cycle: spring and summer. Yearly cycle: variable offering.

Credits: 3