Creative Therapeutic Programming

Course Code

COUN 1200

Academic Year

2016-2017

This course introduces the concepts, theories and applied knowledge of the therapeutic expressive arts and recreation. Students will actively explore the therapeutic value of play for the holistic development of children and youth of various abilities and ages throughout the lifespan. Through academic readings, lectures, discussions, and experiential learning, the student will gain knowledge about the creative arts and recreation as therapy through engaging in various therapeutic methods including play, drama, psychodrama, narrative, movement, music, visual arts, sport, outdoor and recreational group activities.