Mindful Art Therapy

Acknowledgments. Preface. Part I. What is Mindfulness?. 1.Introduction.2. Mindfulness Theories and Approaches. Part II. Mindful Art Therapy - A Method for Practice. 3. Mindfulness Processes. 4. Art Therapy Perspectives. 5. Inside a Mindful Art Therapy Session. Part III. Metaphorically Speaking. 6. Painting Through Depression. 7. Good Grief. 8. Voice of Reason. 9. Silence is Golden. 10. Contemplating Panic. Part IV. Clinical Applications in Mindful Art Therapy. 11. Sentient Being. 12. Sense and Sensibility. Chapter 13.Complementary Methods. 14. Mindful-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) for Wellness. 15. ACT. 16. Positive Psychology. Part V. Developing a Mindful Art Therapy Practice. 17. On Becoming a Mindful Art Therapist. 18. A Note About Music. Tables and Figures. References.

This fascinating book comprises both art and science and the personal. Barbara canvasses the science of mindfulness and its current place in psychology practice. As an art therapist by nature as well as practice, Barbara has sought to elaborate on how mindfulness can enhance art therapy practice. The art work produced by her clients and how these changed over time illustrate the expansive nature of Barbara's approach.