Press reviews for: Art Therapy in Practice
Newsletter of Amani Peoples' Theatre, Kenya
This book does not delve so deeply into theory that it loses the reader nor is it overly simplistic at the expense of detail. We are informed, not only of the larger concepts which have been used but, through the case studies and authors observations, can encounter techniques which may be helpful in our work. It is a good introduction for the newcomer in the field, and an important addition to those practitioners already working in this creative manner. In short this book is a positive contribution to a poorly documented field of innovative conflict transformation and peacebuilding work.
Inscape
Marian Liebmann's introduction provides a highly lucid and readable account of many of the most important concepts and ideas. It would be a good primer for anyone coming to the subject. All the accounts are clear in themselves, and relate well to one another, giving us a clear image of the range and depth of art therapy practice. The result is an encouraging and stimulating 'progress report' on where we are as a profession... there is a richness and variety of material here that succeeds in offering a perspective on art therapy that has unity without conformity.
British Journal of Psychiatry
The most important message which is conveyed in this excellent collection lies in its demonstration of the way in which art therapists have managed to extend their skills in the service of such a wide variety of human distress. It heralds a call to all art therapists to continue to accept any challenge while at the same time it may help others to consider its possibilities in fields where, up to now, it has not figured.
Counselling Psychology Quarterly
This book offers a valuable contribution to the dissemination of information about the practice of art therapy... fascinating reading.
Bulletin of the Bristol Psychotherapy Association
`Well designed and illustrated… It should be of special interest to any one involved in the caring professions or for those involved in staff training, and it could provide stimulating ideas for the inclusion of art therapy in the planning of future projects.'