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Join us for an inspiring and interactive session that explores the transformative power of art in the realm of mental health and suicide prevention. In “Brushstrokes of Hope”, we will delve into the intricate relationship between creativity and emotional well-being, highlighting how art can serve as a vital tool for healing, connection, and resilience. Participants will be able to: » List three key factors contributing to suicidal ideation among individuals » Identify 5 key skills in assessing for suicide risk » Create a basic safety plan for a client with active suicidal ideation Whether you are a mental health professional, a caregiver, or someone intersection of art and healing, this session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for supporting someone experiencing suicidal ideation. Everyone is welcome to attend. The session is discounted for AATA Members and FREE for AATA Student Members. Participants may earn 2 CE credits.
Early Bird registration for AATA’s annual Virtual Conference, Oct. 25 – 26, is ending in two weeks! Register today to get the lowest rate… and an additional 50% discount if you’re registered for the In-Person conference. With our Conference Committee volunteers, the AATA National Staff is working on creating a Virtual Conference experience full of connection and engagement. (In other words, this is not a string of Zoom sessions!) The Virtual Conference will offer attendees 27 all-new Continuing Education sessions in 8 subject tracks, which can be attended “live” or viewed at your own pace later. And earn up to 27 CE credits.
We're reaching out to organizations and institutions that align with our mission to invite them to join us at AATA2025 as sponsors or exhibitors. If you work with an organization interested in being a part of our conference or supporting the art therapy profession, please share this 2025 Sponsorship Prospectus.
By Terri Willis, MA, ATR-BC, LPAT
Join us for an inspiring evening of conversation, community building, and art-making as we launch our first Delaware Connection Night! With the state’s recent surge in art therapists—many of them early-career professionals—this gathering is a chance to meet fellow practitioners, make meaningful connections, and begin shaping the future of art therapy in Delaware together. We hope to build a network where mentorship, collaboration, and advocacy can thrive. 
Member Corner
By the AATA Nominations Committee Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level and help guide the future of our profession? AATA is now accepting applications for the Board of Directors, including President-Elect, Secretary, and general Board Member positions, as well as a position on the Nominations Committee. This is your chance to directly impact the future of the organization and the profession. Apply yourself or nominate a colleague—get started with a 200-word statement! The deadline is August 31.
JOURNAL NEWS
Attending the Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon? Join editorial members of Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association on Oct. 9, 11 - 11:50am. Led by Journal Editor-in-Chief Emily Nolan, Theresa Van Lith, James Bulosan, Sheila de la Peña, Sojung Park, and Gretchen Miller, the session is open to aspiring and seasoned authors to entertain questions about the publication process, alleviate misconceptions, and offer advice to authors. Participants are encouraged to identify knowledge from their practices to make notable contributions to the art therapy literature.
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