Art for the Soul: An Art Therapy Curriculum for Grieving Adolescents (N/NY-GM6176)

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Jacqueline Schuld
I am a high school teacher in Tucson, Arizona. I teach art classes that specialize in grief, identity, and self-exploration. I am currently finishing my graduate degree in mental health counseling and expressive arts therapy through Prescott College.

Nicole Randick, Director of Assessment and Online Learning
Nicole serves as core faculty and the Director of Assessment and Online Learning at Adler Graduate School (MN). She is also an adjunct faculty member in the Expressive Art Therapy Program at Prescott College (AZ). She’s an art therapy supervisor and spends her time working with adolescents.


This session will review an art therapy group curriculum designed and implemented with grieving adolescents entitled, “Art for the Soul.” Art for the Soul provides a therapeutic space for adolescents to express their grief, learn healthy ways to cope, and explore how to build a meaningful life after loss.