Problem: Expressive arts therapy is a therapeutic strategy that is growing in acceptance and use within the United States. However, it is much more accepted and widespread in Europe as a valued therapeutic strategy. In fact, there are only 13 states where you can become a licensed creative arts therapist. Discuss the following:
Q1. What value do you see in using creative or expressive arts therapies with children and teens?
Q2. Why do you think in the United States we have been slow to accept and implement these types of therapies in mainstream counseling?
Q3. If you were to work with children and teens and wanted to incorporate one of these therapeutic strategies, which one do you feel would be most effective? Why?
Q4. Provide a common child or teen issue that you feel this therapeutic strategy would be effective in addressing and why you feel so.