How do I become an art therapist in NYC?
To be licensed in New York as a creative arts therapist, an individual must have a master’s or doctorate degree in creative arts therapy from a registered, accredited program, or its equivalent and at least 1,500 hours of supervised experience in an approved setting.
What is LCAT license?
The license that art therapists pursue is called the LCAT, which stands for Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. The LCAT license is used not only by art therapists, but also by drama, music, dance and movement, and poetry therapists.
What states license art therapists?
STATE ART THERAPY LICENSES
- Connecticut. Clinical Licensed Art Therapist (CLAT)
- Delaware. Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) and Licensed Associate Art Therapist (LAAT)
- District of Columbia. Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT)
- Kentucky.
- Maryland.
- Mississippi.
- New Jersey.
- New Mexico.
Does NYU have art therapy?
The NYU Creative Arts Therapies Consortium aims to advance public knowledge and research in the creative arts therapies.
How do I become a child art therapist?
In order to become an art therapist for children, you’ll need to get a master’s degree, obtain supervised clinical experience, pass a board exam, and apply for licensure through your state.
Where can I work as an art therapist?
Art therapists work in a wide variety of settings including:
- Hospitals and clinics, both medical and psychiatric.
- Outpatient mental health agencies and day treatment facilities.
- Residential treatment centers.
- Halfway houses.
- Domestic violence and homeless shelters.
- Community agencies and nonprofit settings.
What undergraduate degree is best for art therapy?
Students looking to enter an arts therapy master’s program should first take an undergraduate degree in fine arts, psychology, social work, or counselling.