CDP Presents: Art Therapy for the Non-Art Therapist: Benefits, Utilization, and Ethical Considerations for Clinical Application via Zoom

17 March 2026, Noon to 1:30 p.m. Eastern

Description: The use of creative arts for therapeutic benefit has been noted throughout history with the first documented use of art therapy occurring in the 1940s. Since then, the field of Art Therapy has developed specialized educational training programs and licensure processes to better regulate the application and title. While Art Therapy is a primary form of therapy, it has also shown benefit as an adjunct to traditional talk therapies to improve cognitive, behavioral, and affective domains of well-being. Different from traditional talk therapies, Art Therapy can serve as a mode of expression and communication within the therapeutic process when words aren’t enough. This presentation will focus on the benefits, utilization, and accessibility of Art Therapy in a clinical setting. Discussion will include basic history, theory, and research underpinnings of Art Therapy, as well as examples, ethical considerations, and recommendations in clinical application for non-Art Therapists.

Please note: While registration is slated to end once the webinar begins on 17 March 2026, space in this event is limited and registration will close once capacity has been reached, even if this is before the final registration date. 

Target Audience: For behavioral health/healthcare providers who treat military personnel, veterans, and their families.

To access the course, on the day of the event, log into your account here: https://deploymentpsych.ce21.com/Account/MyAccount and click on the green "Launch Webinar" button.

System Requirements:
This course will be presented via Zoom teleconferencing software. Zoom is browser-based, however an add-in may need to be installed before attending. Participants can test their computer's capabilities by clicking here (or visiting https://zoom.us/test​). We recommend those using Internet connections on government or military locations test their ability to load Zoom in advance of the event to ensure there are no technical difficulties. Microphones and webcams are not necessary, but you will need a computer with working speakers or headphones. If you encounter connection difficulties when using your computer, the Zoom app is also available for iOS and Android devices.

Continuing Education Details:
CEs are under internal review. Once confirmed, this section will be updated in advance of the event.

Inquiries regarding CE credits may be directed via email to Jeremy Karp at jeremy.karp.ctr@usuhs.edu. CEs provided by American Psychological Association sponsors are acceptable for most licensed professionals when renewing their license and it is our experience that these CE credits have been recognized by most professional state license boards. However, please check with your board regarding the acceptability of these CE credits for this activity.

For technical issues, please contact Mr. Jeremy Karp (jeremy.karp.ctr@usuhs.edu) or Mr. Chris Adams (christopher.adams.ctr@usuhs.edu).