Arts in Social Contexts. Art Therapy (B.A.)

How can art be healing? How can colours, shapes and creative processes be used to support people in difficult life situations? The Art Therapy specialisation in the programme Arts in Social Contexts programme at HKS Ottersberg combines artistic practice with therapeutic and social commitment.

Here you learn to use art as a language for that which is beyond words in order to support people in their individual development. You learn to use artistic methods in a targeted manner in therapeutic processes – whether in hospitals, rehabilitation or trauma therapy. In doing so, you combine art with psychology and pedagogy and use creative forms of expression to support healing and development processes.

The specialisation teaches you both art therapy methods and psychological basics, and enables you to gain practical experience in hospitals, schools and social institutions. Through the use of artistic methods, you will promote personal development and open up new avenues of therapeutic support.

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Fields of activity and career opportunities

A degree in art therapy opens up many paths that you can tailor to your individual needs. You work in places where people need art – as a means of healing, reflection and empowerment.

• Clinical art therapy: Working in psychiatric wards, psychosomatic clinics, trauma therapy or rehabilitation
• Therapeutic work in social institutions: Supporting children, adolescents and adults in crisis situations
• Art education work: Using art in educational and inclusion projects
• Research & science: Developing new art therapy methods
• Private practice & self-employment: Setting up your own art therapy practice

Are you ready to use art as a bridge to people's inner world and to accompany them creatively? Apply now and become part of an inspiring community that combines art and therapy!

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