A Practice-Led Handbook of Art Therapy with Children and Young People
An Ethical and Effective Approach
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The current mental health crisis is leaving rapidly increasing numbers of children and young people in need of urgent therapeutic support. Amid the pressures of an increasingly complex and uncertain world, the need for effective and accessible mental health interventions has never been greater.
Advances in neuroscience, trauma research, and neurodivergence-informed practice show the unique power of art therapy to intervene successfully with a range of mental health issues including developmental trauma and to support emotional regulation.
This timely and comprehensive guide to contemporary practice combines theory, clinical insights, and practical tools. Curated by leading clinician Mary Rose Brady, it offers a framework for safe, effective work. Each chapter shares reflections from experienced practitioners, case materials, and adaptable art therapy activities, alongside legislative and contextual guidance. Together, these resources equip therapists with information to respond with confidence to the evolving needs of children and young people
Advances in neuroscience, trauma research, and neurodivergence-informed practice show the unique power of art therapy to intervene successfully with a range of mental health issues including developmental trauma and to support emotional regulation.
This timely and comprehensive guide to contemporary practice combines theory, clinical insights, and practical tools. Curated by leading clinician Mary Rose Brady, it offers a framework for safe, effective work. Each chapter shares reflections from experienced practitioners, case materials, and adaptable art therapy activities, alongside legislative and contextual guidance. Together, these resources equip therapists with information to respond with confidence to the evolving needs of children and young people
- Published: Aug 21 2026
- Pages: 288
- ISBN: 9781787756342
Press Reviews
- Ken Currie RSA, Practicing Artist & Royal Scottish Academician
As a lifelong practicing artist, I understand that one of the enduring powers of art is its ability to externalise complex thoughts and feelings. Art therapy is effective for children and young people as it provides an outlet for the expression of thoughts and feelings that they may struggle to articulate verbally, which is particularly pertinent in the context of the current mental health crisis. This comprehensive handbook offers innovative and evidence informed methods to engage children and young people and is suitable for anyone working in the arts or related fields looking to enhance their knowledge of the therapeutic benefits of art
- Sarah Kendrick, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director of Mental Health Innovations
By generously sharing insights from her own practice and carefully curating the work of some of the most innovative practitioners in the field, Mary Rose Brady has created the go-to manual for art therapists and related professionals working with children and young people. Combining accessible theory with practical exercises, this essential guide brings together leading practices and valuable insights to support and inspire those working in an increasingly complex field