Black Art Therapists Speak Out
Share your insights and visions for the future of art therapy
Welcome!
You are invited to participate in a doctoral research study that explores the experiences, visions, and hopes that Black Art Therapists* and Black Art Therapy Practitioners* hold while navigating today’s sociopolitical climate.
This study utilizes a Participatory Action Research approach; your knowledge shapes the direction of this study.
This study is currently recruiting Black Art Therapy Practitioners*.
If you identify as a Black Art Therapy Practitioner*, are practicing (or have practiced) art therapy and are open to sharing your professional experiences - we want to hear from you!
How This Study Works
This study creates space for Black Art Therapists* to share experiences and insights through multiple forms of engagement.
This study gathers insight in four ways:
through an online survey, interviews, art making, and a final validation poll.
The study starts with a survey. After taking the survey, you can decide if you’d like to volunteer for additional parts of the study.
You may choose one, more than one, all, or none of the additional options. All participation is voluntary and deeply appreciated.
Want to engage further?
The survey is the first step. After completing the survey, decide if you’d like to volunteer to participate in any of the other engagement options.
Survey
All participants begin here. By taking the survey, you help identify key topics and shape the direction of the study.
Approximately 30–45 minutes online
Take the Survey
Choose any additional ways you want to participate
After completing the survey, you may choose one, two, all, or none of these additional options.
Interview (Zoom)
Share your thoughts and experiences in greater depth with a casual conversation with the researcher.
60–90 minutes on Zoom
Schedule Interview
Art Activity (Zoom)
Participate in a guided art-based activity to express your insights.
60–90 minutes on Zoom
Schedule Art Activity
Final Validation Poll
After findings are gathered, participants will have an opportunity to respond to and prioritize initial findings.
Approximately 10 minutes online
Share the call
Know more Black Art Therapists or Black Art Therapy Practitioners who could have a seat at the table? Please share this recruitment flyer and website with practitioners, colleagues, networks, community members, college communities, and others who can help share the invitation.
Questions?
Thank you for joining us!
Keep in Touch
Use this form to let us know how you would like to stay connected.