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Albertus Magnus College
MAAT INFORMATION SESSION

What It Is:A human service profession that blends the
disciplines of ART and PSYCHOLOGYClients of varied populations use ART and
creative process IN therapy and AS therapy.Communication with art uses the universal
language to promote connection and healing relationships with self and others.
Art Therapy
http://www.arttherapy.org/

Masters degree is required to work as a clinical art therapist.
AATA approved graduate programs60 credit program meets/exceeds standards
of CACREP (Counseling)Graduates are ready to sit for LPC exams
Masters in Art Therapy

The Master of Arts in Art Therapy (MAAT) established at Albertus Magnus College in 1997, conceptualized by Dr. Ragaa Mazen.
Approved by AATA Educational Programs Approval Board (EPAB) in 2003 and 2010
Housed within the Psychology Department, with afternoon, evening and some weekend courses
History of MAAT at Albertus

Art Therapy- Full FacultyAbbe Miller, MS,ATR-BC, LPC - Director/Associate Professor
Evie Lindemann, MAAT,ATR-BC, BCS, LMFT – Clinical Coordinator/Associate Professor
Lisa Furman, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT – Associate ProfessorCommunity Outreach Coordinator/Assisstant Professor
Artists, Published & Presenters
Faculty

Psychology Full Faculty and AdjunctsRagaa Mazen, PhD, NCC- Psychology/Counseling
Coordinator, Professor
Stephen Joy, PhD – Chair Psychology Dept./ Professor
Hilda Speicher, PhD –Professor
Loel Tronsky, PhD – Associate Professor
Siobhan Evarts, PhD- Assistant Professor
Faculty

Structure:3 semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer)Majority of courses are evening; some are
afternoonClasses meet 1x week per courseFull (3-4 courses) or PT (2 courses) availableFinancial aid available
MAAT at Albertus

Required courses and ElectivesCourses in Art Therapy and
Psychology/CounselingClinical component (Fieldwork and
Internship)Research component (Capstone Research
Thesis)Rigorous and Compelling
Faculty Advisors- Art TherapistsThesis advisors- AT and Psychology facultySmall classesCommunity Outreach Program
M AAT at Albertus

REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION:Bachelor’s degree from an Accredited college or
university2.8 GPA (minimum)18 credits in studio art (drawing, painting,
ceramics/sculpture)15 credits in psychology (developmental, abnormal,
statistics)Proficiency in English- TOEFL score minimum of
94/120Admission is competitive –meeting these requirements does
not guarantee admission
Application Process

All materials must be submitted before a personal interview is scheduledCompleted application form (on-line or print)$50 non-refundable application feeOfficial transcripts from all institutions of
higher education2 Letters of recommendationPersonal essay (minimum 2 pages)Art portfolio – (minimum 10 images of variety
of media)
Application Process

Rolling Admissions- generally take a class of 16-18/yearAdmit for Fall and SpringTransfer credits – up to 12
Must match with MAAT course material- graduate work
50% acceptance ratePrimarily women, wide range of ages and
experiencePassion for using art to communicate and in
healing
Acceptance

A JourneyRigorous material, demanding self reflectionCommitment to the journey and the processAcademic rigors and Clinical trainingSpecial Topics mini-courses
Vibrant facultyA Creative CommunityExcellence in research- teaching- Awards &
Scholarships
The Program

Art Therapists are everywhere!AATA website : www.arttherapy.orgJobs and creativity
Work settings & opportunitiesPay scales - vary
Licensure: LPC, ATR, BC and the rest of the alphabet!
The Field of Art Therapy

Contact via e-mail:[email protected]@albertus.edu
203-773-6998 MAAT Office203-773-8508 Financial Aid Office
Questions