2. What It Is:
A human service profession that blends the disciplines
of ART and PSYCHOLOGY
Clients of varied populations use ART and creative
process IN therapy and AS therapy.
Communication with art uses the universal language to
promote connection and healing relationships with self
and others.
http://www.arttherapy.org/
3. Masters degree is required to work as a clinical art
therapist.
AATA approved graduate programs
60 credit program meets/exceeds standards of
CACREP (Counseling)
Graduates are ready to sit for LPC exams
4. The Master of Arts in Art Therapy (MAAT) established
at Albertus Magnus College in 1997, conceptualized by
Dr. Ragaa Mazen.
Approved by AATA Educational Programs Approval
Board (EPAB) in 2003 and 2010
Housed within the Psychology Department, with
afternoon, evening and some weekend courses
5. Art Therapy- Full Faculty
Abbe Miller, MS,ATR-BC, LPC - Director/Associate Professor
Evie Lindemann, MAAT,ATR-BC, BCS, LMFT – Clinical
Coordinator/Associate Professor
Lisa Furman, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT – Associate Professor
Community Outreach Coordinator/Assisstant Professor
Artists, Published & Presenters
6. Psychology Full Faculty and Adjuncts
Ragaa Mazen, PhD, NCC- Psychology/Counseling
Coordinator, Professor
Stephen Joy, PhD – Chair Psychology Dept./ Professor
Hilda Speicher, PhD –Professor
Loel Tronsky, PhD – Associate Professor
Siobhan Evarts, PhD- Assistant Professor
7. Structure:
3 semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer)
Majority of courses are evening; some are afternoon
Classes meet 1x week per course
Full (3-4 courses) or PT (2 courses) available
Financial aid available
8. Required courses and Electives
Courses in Art Therapy and Psychology/Counseling
Clinical component (Fieldwork and Internship)
Research component (Capstone Research Thesis)
Rigorous and Compelling
Faculty Advisors- Art Therapists
Thesis advisors- AT and Psychology faculty
Small classes
Community Outreach Program
9. REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION OF
APPLICATION:
Bachelor’s degree from an Accredited college or
university
2.8 GPA (minimum)
18 credits in studio art (drawing, painting,
ceramics/sculpture)
15 credits in psychology (developmental, abnormal,
statistics)
Proficiency in English- TOEFL score minimum of 94/120
Admission is competitive –meeting these requirements does not
guarantee admission
10. All materials must be submitted before a personal
interview is scheduled
Completed application form (on-line or print)
$50 non-refundable application fee
Official transcripts from all institutions of higher
education
2 Letters of recommendation
Personal essay (minimum 2 pages)
Art portfolio – (minimum 10 images of variety of media)
11. Rolling Admissions- generally take a class of 16-18/year
Admit for Fall and Spring
Transfer credits – up to 12
Must match with MAAT course material- graduate work
50% acceptance rate
Primarily women, wide range of ages and experience
Passion for using art to communicate and in healing
12. A Journey
Rigorous material, demanding self reflection
Commitment to the journey and the process
Academic rigors and Clinical training
Special Topics mini-courses
Vibrant faculty
A Creative Community
Excellence in research- teaching- Awards &
Scholarships
13. Art Therapists are everywhere!
AATA website : www.arttherapy.org
Jobs and creativity
Work settings & opportunities
Pay scales - vary
Licensure: LPC, ATR, BC and the rest of the alphabet!
14. Contact via e-mail:
amiller@albertus.edu
amangassarian@albertus.edu
203-773-6998 MAAT Office
203-773-8508 Financial Aid Office
