Bachelor of Science in Expressive Arts Therapy

Lesley University’s undergraduate major in Expressive Arts Therapy is designed for students interested in integrating the discipline of psychology with the arts in both theory and practice. Methods include therapy through music, visual arts, dance, drama, and creative writing.

Lesley’s professional major in Expressive Arts Therapy is unique in its integrated approach to emphasizing the creative process in healing. Through academic coursework and internships, B.S. Expressive Arts Therapy majors will explore working with children and adults in diverse situations.

This major prepares students to enter positions in a number of human services settings such as social service agencies, child care programs, and specialized school programs. It is also designed to prepare students for entry into a professional Master of Arts degree program in Expressive Therapies. This major combines courses in psychology with coursework in a number of specific arts modalities.

Featured Course

CEXTH 2623 Principles of Expressive Arts Therapy

This course provides an introduction to the history, philosophy and theory of expressive arts therapy. Students will study the unique features of different media of creative expression: visual art, dance/movement, drama, creative writing, and music. The class will explore the integration of the arts in therapeutic practice. Readings, lectures, films and experiential exercises will be utilized.