Help further the field of art therapy as a researcher, educator or practitioner committed to social justice. Work with nationally renowned faculty in a distinct program that includes a 700-hour clinical practicum that focuses on clinical work and principles of art therapy.
Program Highlights
- Rigorous curriculum overseen by renowned experts
- Extensive field training, including a 700-hour art therapy practicum focused on the clinical work and principles of art therapy in settings such as schools, mental health centers and community organizations
- Chicago campus studio spaces designed to encourage the artistic and therapeutic process
- Three years of full-time study; part-time options available
Program Experience
Our distinguished program offers students who hold a Master’s degree in Art Therapy, Counseling or related field, a unique opportunity to advance their career as a leader in art therapy. Students apply real-world experience, research and intellectual curiosity to help others through creative expression.
Additionally, you will complete a doctoral dissertation, which provides students with the opportunity to engage in in-depth scholarship on an important issue in the field of art therapy it and the venue to demonstrate their skills in advanced research.
Successful completion of Doctor of Philosophy in Art Therapy program includes coursework and a training practicum including those listed below.
- Art Based Research
- Advanced Philosophy of Art I & II
- Neurodiversity & Neuroaesthetics
- Foundations in Thanatology in Art Therapy
- Doctoral Internship & Seminar I – III
Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for the following licensures:
- Registration as an art therapist through the American Art Therapy Association (AATA).
- The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential in the state of Illinois.
- The Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) credential in Illinois, upon completing all necessary post-graduate training. Students interested in applying for licensure elsewhere should work with their faculty advisors to plan their curriculum accordingly.
- The National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential, as well as sit for the National Counselor Examination (NCE) before graduation.
Get a complete list of courses and a more detailed degree plan: CONTACT ADMISSIONS