Using this book, school counselors can increase their knowledge on the benefits of art therapy approaches in school counseling. This book serves as a frame of reference for school counselors to use throughout their careers, as it includes examples of integrating art into direct school counseling services, art directives and prompts, case studies, and how to process art in a safe and inclusive way within the school counselor role.

While gaining an understanding of the history of art therapy, readers will learn how the use of art in school counseling practice aligns with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model to achieve student outcomes. The author holds a master’s degree in art therapy and licensure in school counseling and speaks on behalf of both fields and their benefits, allowing for school counselors to incorporate art therapy practices into their program.

Readers will recognize that art is a valuable resource to obtain the information they need from students in a creative way, and as an alternative and/or supplement to the traditional talk therapy counseling session.