Information Package / Course Catalogue
Art Therapy Theory and Practice
Course Code: RES522
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

It explains theories and practices that combine the fields of art and therapy, focusing on contemporary art education theories and interdisciplinary approaches. It aims to use these practices as a method.

Course Content

The effects of art on people will be discussed theoretically and practically within the framework of different titles. Examining and applying the state of well-being that art creates spontaneously within the framework of individual and group therapies on topics such as psycho-drama, socio-drama, creativity, self-perception, therapeutic communication, etc.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Reyhan DEMİR ÖVEZ
Learning Outcomes
1.It ensures that activities are decided according to individual and group patterns
2.It carries out process-oriented preparation studies
3.It determines the durations, goals and evaluation methods for each activity in the program
4.It evaluates the versatility and diversity of art and establishes local-cultural connections by making choices (making choices focused on the individual/group worked on)
5.It creates a safe space to confront emotions and release them
6.The methods can be used to enable individuals to achieve various therapeutic goals.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Case, C., & Dalley, T. (2014). The handbook of art therapy (3rd ed.). Routledge.
2.Chilton, G., & Wilkinson, R. A. (2019). Positive art therapy: Linking positive psychology to art therapy theory, practice, and research. Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association
3.Eracar, N. (2021). Beyond Words: Art Therapy and Creativity. Nobel Academic Publications.
4.Gökduman, E. (2015). Art Therapy Applications: From Theory to Practice. Istanbul: Nobel Publications.
5.Junge, M. B., & Asawa, P. P. (1994). A History of Art Therapy in the United States. American Art Therapy Association.
6.Postmodern Therapies and Case Applications (2022), Editor: nur Başel Baykal, 2nd Edition, Nobel Academic Publishing.
7.Voltan Acar, N. (2024). Re-Therapeutic Communication- Interpersonal Relations. 21st Edition. Nobel Academic Publication
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
A general introduction to Art Therapy - A view from the perspective of theories.
Week 2 - Theoretical
What is art? A look at the definition of art throughout all periods. The use of the power of art in different cultures and processes. The effects of art on people (artists/non-artists).
Week 3 - Theoretical
Therapy, What is Art Therapy? What are the areas of Art Therapy?
Week 4 - Theoretical
Individual and Group Works and Art Therapy
Week 5 - Theoretical
Two-dimensional Works (Exploring your own feelings - self-awareness)
Week 6 - Theoretical
Three-dimensional Works (Construction, problem-solving)
Week 7 - Theoretical
Three-dimensional Works (Construction, problem-solving)
Week 8 - Theoretical
Music, Dance and Movement Works (Emotional relaxation and expression)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Game, Drama and Theatre Works (Role-playing, empathy development)
Week 10 - Theoretical
Game, Drama and Theatre Works (Role-playing, empathy development)
Week 11 - Theoretical
Creative Writing Works (Expressing yourself in writing, self-esteem)
Week 12 - Theoretical
Narrative Works (Photography and Visual Storytelling, looking to the future with hope)
Week 13 - Theoretical
Creative Visualization with Dreams, Fairytales and Myths (Self-awareness, hope)
Week 14 - Theoretical
Group Art Therapy (Social bonding)- final exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory1453112
Assignment1505
Reading110010
Final Examination1303
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)130
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026