The Creative Arts in Counseling

About this book

In this detailed examination of the expressive therapies Dr. Gladding demonstrates how music dance imagery visual arts literature drama and humor can be used effectively in counseling. Combining history theory and application he provides a rationale for using each art form with how-to strategies for working with clients of all ages and diverse cultural backgrounds to promote positive change and growth. This fourth edition includes Creative Reflection sections that give readers an opportunity to ponder their own creativity and for greater ease of use a new chapter that briefly describes each of the 117 exercises found in the book.