Creative Arts Therapy - Art Therapy Specialization

A Creative Arts Therapy Program embedded in a psychotherapeutic orientation prepares students educated in art or music to be effective and ethical professionals specializing in the fields of Art Therapy or Music Therapy. The music therapy specialization has two tracks: a comprehensive program as well as an advanced standing option for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy or its equivalent. The programs are committed to developing people who are capable of applying intellectual strength, ethics, and aesthetic values in the treatment of individuals, groups, and families. The M.S. in Creative Arts Therapy is a New York State licensure-qualifying program, fulfilling the educational component required to become a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist.

Accreditation and Credential Information

The Art Therapy specialization is accredited by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA).Students enrolled in the program will earn a minimum of 1200 hours in direct client contact and all the necessary educational training required to begin the process towards registration (ATR - art therapist registered). Registration is awarded by the ATCB (Art Therapy Credentialing Board) after a student completes 1000 paid hours of direct client contact post graduation.

Program Director, Art Therapy
Ellen G. Horovitz, Ph.D., LCAT, ATR-BC

Entry Requirements for Art Therapy Specialization

1. Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a cumulative index of 3.0 and a “B” average in the major field. Prior coursework must include 18 credits in studio art and 12 credit hours in psychology. Nine out of the 12 credit hours in psychology must be in the following courses: Introduction to Psychology or General Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Personality Theory.
2. Official transcripts.
3. Three letters of recommendation.
4. Application and fee.
5. Completion of the personal-professional statement as described on the application form.
6. Submission of 20 slides indicating competency in two- and three- dimensional work. (CD-ROM or DVD format only in PowerPoint).
7. Resume.
8. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the departmental admissions committee.

Application Deadlines for the Creative Arts Therapy Program
 

Art Therapy (fall only): January 15
Applications received after the deadline will be processed on a space-available basis.