American Art Therapy Association
44th Annual Conference

June 26-30, 2013 in Seattle, WA
Art Therapy: Connecting Visual Expression and Healing

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We invite you to attend The American Art Therapy Association’s 44th Annual Conference in Seattle, WA, June 26-30, 2013 at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel and the Washington State Convention Center.

The theme of the 44th Annual Conference, Art Therapy:  Connecting Visual Expression and Healing, will focus on art therapy as an effective tool for promoting and supporting emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual wellness and recovery. It includes a focus on the power of the image and the ability of the creative process to promote integration, enhance self-awareness, and support growth and healing.

This premier event offers dynamic workshops on the latest art therapy techniques and programs conducted by the field’s leading credentialed art therapists, and information-packed plenary sessions featuring keynotes by nationally recognized experts. Excellent networking opportunities are infused throughout the conference to connect you to resources in the healthcare field that will help develop your career.

Attendees will join more than 900 art therapists, educators, healthcare professionals, artists, and others interested in the field from more than 20 countries. The conference provides attendees with access to more than 150 educational sessions, where more than 33 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) can be earned.

Earn more than 33 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) from a selection of more than 150 educational sessions offered at the conference!

The conference is set in Seattle, WA at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel and the Washington State Convention Center at the heart of the vibrant and compact downtown Seattle. The conference facilities are within walking distance of nearly all downtown attractions including Pike Place Market, fantastic shopping, and acclaimed restaurants! The city is also brimming with the arts, from the Seattle Art Museum to the brand new Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum located next to the famous Space Needle.

Come to relax, learn and enjoy.  Read more about our conference location.

Who Should Attend?
Art Therapists • Artists • Healthcare Professionals • Veteran’s Groups • Educators • Mental Health Professionals • Therapists • Counselors • Researchers • Graduate and Undergraduate Students • Those interested in learning more about art therapy!

 

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