The Lancaster Bible College Counseling & Social Work Department will host a free virtual webinar on the topic of “Exploring Art Therapy Interventions” from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 2.
The webinar will provide an overview of the historical evolution and wide-ranging uses of art therapy, laying a strong foundation for its practical application. During the virtual event, participants will engage in hands-on experiences while delving into creative exploration and reflection of art therapy interventions. As an example, the seminar will focus on how a singular intervention technique can be dynamically adapted across various contexts, populations and presenting issues. The webinar will also explore the potential of art therapy, offering a unique perspective on its versatility and impact in our daily lives.
Upon completion of this training, webinar participants will be able to understand the foundations and unique functions of art therapy as well as identify two different interventions or techniques used in art therapy.
Although the virtual webinar is free to attend, two Continuing Education (CE) credits are available through Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School. Those participating to receive credits will incur a non-refundable $25 fee for the CE certificate.
Leading the webinar is Dr. Day Butcher, a full-time faculty member in LBC’s Counseling & Social Work Department. In August 2020, Butcher was awarded a Doctorate in Education from the University of Rochester. Her dissertation evaluated an original art therapy intervention with adults with autism spectrum disorder to teach idioms. While working as a substitute teacher after graduating with her undergraduate degree in 2008, she was introduced to using the arts with students with disabilities and the profession of art therapy.
Holding parallel careers in both higher education in administrative positions and as an art therapist, Butcher realized a passion for working with students. Seeing their growth and development throughout their education fueled her passion for teaching in higher education. This affords her the ability to combine her knowledge of the field and the enjoyment of working with students to develop their God-given gifts. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in PA (LPC), a Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist in NYS (LCAT).
“I hope this webinar will be applicable to both the novice and those knowledgeable about art therapy, as we delve into the practical applications of the use of art interventions,” Butcher said. “Using the nonverbal counseling techniques can be helpful across ages, populations and issues. Whether you use the art technique in your practice or not, I think understanding the art therapy modality and process can be valuable in and of itself.”
Additionally, Butcher earned a Master of Science in Creative Arts Therapy from Nazareth College and a Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Roberts Wesleyan College, both in Rochester, N.Y. At LBC | Capital, she teaches Counseling Skills in Helping Relationships, Counseling Theory & Techniques, Human Growth & Development Across the Lifespan, Expressive Therapies, Group Counseling Leadership Skills.
She has served as a presenter or co-presenter at the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Annual Conference, the Global Alliance for Arts & Health Annual Conference, the Art Therapy Association Annual Conference and locally at Poiema Visual Arts Biennial Conference, which is led by several Lancaster Bible College alumni. [Read more in the Winter 2023 ECHO Magazine].
Participants may register for the webinar here by Feb. 1. Registrants will receive a Zoom link and accompanying materials by Feb. 1. For questions or further information, contact Laura Miller at lmiller@lbc.edu.