2016 Call for Proposals
SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE • ALL TOPICS & DISCIPLINES WELCOME!
Submit Your Proposal Today!
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MIDNIGHT MAY 1
WHAT TO SUBMIT
We welcome papers, panels, workshops, as well as single- and multi-day classes featuring any of the creative arts therapies. We are especially interested in sessions that are multimodal, collaborative, and/or experiential. Single-discipline presentations are also welcome, particularly those with an emphasis on studio skills, therapeutic techniques, and topics of clinical interest. Proposals on essential skills in the practice of counseling and psychotherapy are welcome, as well. Over 950 attended last year.
STRONGER TOGETHER!
Our Mission:
- Enhance professional competency by providing a world-class continuing education opportunity
- Highlight multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches in the practice of the creative arts therapies through practical and useful content, as well as creative and responsible hands-on workshops
- Facilitate networking among a community of international creative arts therapists and supportive colleagues of all types and at all career levels
Proposals Sought from Professionals
Ideal submissions feature best or leading practices, 'hot topics,' and forward-looking ideas by professionals with a degree in a mental health discipline.
WHO SHOULD SUBMIT?
Art Therapists • Music Therapists • Yoga Therapists
Dance/Movement Therapists • Play Therapists • Psychodramatists
Poetry Therapists • Drama Therapists • Somatic Therapists
Psychologists • Social Workers • Counselors • Artists & Performers
Arts Educators • Nurses • Child Life Specialists • New Media Specialists
Psychiatrists • Occupational & Recreational Therapists
Professionals in all healthcare and personal growth-related specialties
Dance/Movement Therapists • Play Therapists • Psychodramatists
Poetry Therapists • Drama Therapists • Somatic Therapists
Psychologists • Social Workers • Counselors • Artists & Performers
Arts Educators • Nurses • Child Life Specialists • New Media Specialists
Psychiatrists • Occupational & Recreational Therapists
Professionals in all healthcare and personal growth-related specialties
DISCOVER THE SUMMIT!
2015 Expressive Therapies Summit Promo
Washington, DC — Play Therapy and the Expressive Arts in Trauma Treatment
June 10 - 12, 2016
Just a few minutes from DCA Airport and the White House!