"Look
for a population you want to work with early, early on. Research
where the jobs are and don't be in fear about moving. Make it
happen."
Brian Blocker, '05
"Be
proactive and prepared - especially for internship. Be open
to change and receiving criticism. Learn from criticism, but
also stand up for what you believe. Teach other about the magic
of art therapy. Live by the example you want to be for clients.
Share your passion for art therapy with employers and others
(it gets results). Always practice self care and be aware of
what your body is telling you."
Charlotte Crosland, '04
"The
best career advice I can give is to get licensed as a counselor
and as an art therapist. This provided me with more opportunity
for insurance and work applications."
Sara Jordan, '04
"Be
open. If you don't give it a try you may miss something you
didn't realize you would be good at."
Loretta Bifulco '05
"Remember
what led you to the career of art therapy and don't lose sight
of that. We can get distracted by fear and what other's say."
Amy Vidra '03
"Make
lots of career contacts. Find a supervisor you trust. Volunteer
if you cannot find a job right away. Do your own art. Stay with
it."
Theresa Thompson '04
"If
you are going to be in the South, you must work toward your
counseling licensure as well. The South is about 15 years behind.
(Jennifer lives in Memphis, Tennessee). The college has made
sure that you are getting prepared for the counseling license
and that is great!"
Jennifer Albright '02
