Ph.D. in Art Therapy

Help further the field of art therapy as a researcher, educator or practitioner committed to social justice. Work with nationally renowned faculty in a distinct program that includes a 700-hour clinical practicum that focuses on clinical work and principles of art therapy.

Program Highlights

Program Experience

Our distinguished program offers students who hold a Master’s degree in Art Therapy, Counseling or related field, a unique opportunity to advance their career as a leader in art therapy. Students apply real-world experience, research and intellectual curiosity to help others through creative expression.

Additionally, you will complete a doctoral dissertation, which provides students with the opportunity to engage in in-depth scholarship on an important issue in the field of art therapy it and the venue to demonstrate their skills in advanced research.

Successful completion of Doctor of Philosophy in Art Therapy program includes coursework and a training practicum including those listed below.

Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for the following licensures:

Get a complete list of courses and a more detailed degree plan: CONTACT ADMISSIONS

Graduating socially responsible practitioners, engaging communities, and advancing social justice.

Adler University

17 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60602

312.374.6359