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As of today, the following are the total number of Art Therapists nationally, in your State, and near your location.
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Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
Medicare
The following are the total number of Art Therapists who accept Medicare in your State, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
The diagram below shows all the Art Therapists across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.
What do Art Therapists do?
Art therapists employ creative methods, such as painting, drawing, and sculpting, to help clients enhance their emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being by facilitating non-verbal expression, promoting self-awareness, and fostering personal growth.
They work in diverse settings, such as hospitals, schools, and community centers, with a wide range of clients, including children and adults.
By guiding clients through the creative process, art therapists help them process trauma, manage stress, and develop new coping mechanisms in a safe and supportive environment.
Facilitate creative expression: Art therapists guide clients in using a range of art forms, such as painting, drawing, sculpture, and collage, to express feelings and experiences.
Promote healing and well-being: The creative process helps clients express emotions that may be difficult to verbalize, process traumatic experiences, and reduce stress.
Foster self-awareness and growth: Through the art-making process and the therapist’s guidance, clients can gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, leading to greater self-understanding and personal development.
Provide a safe space for expression: Art therapy offers a non-judgmental and alternative way to communicate, which can be particularly helpful for those who feel overwhelmed by language or are seeking a gentler approach to treatment.
Environment
Art therapists work in many different environments, including:
- Hospitals and clinics (medical and psychiatric)
- Outpatient mental health agencies and day treatment facilities
- Schools, colleges, and universities
- Community agencies and nonprofit organizations
- Residential treatment centers
Who They Help
Art therapists work with diverse populations, including:
- Children, adolescents, and adults
- Individuals experiencing trauma, grief, or crisis
- People with emotional or developmental challenges
- Groups that can relate to each other through their art