What is it really like working as an art therapist? In this episode of Time We Discuss, Sarah Balascio shares an inside look at the world of art therapy, creative arts therapy, mental health counseling, and helping people heal through creative expression. Sarah explains how art therapists work with clients of all ages in hospitals, schools, treatment centers, senior centers, nonprofits, and private practice settings. We also discuss how to become an art therapist, education requirements, salary expectations, career flexibility, and what actually happens during an art therapy session. If you are interested in psychology careers, mental health jobs, counseling careers, creative careers, or helping professions, this episode gives a realistic look into the field of art therapy and what it takes to succeed. In this episode we discuss: What an art therapist actually doesHow art therapy helps with mental healthArt therapy exercises and interventionsWorking in hospitals, schools, and private practiceEducation and certification requirementsSalary expectations and career opportunitiesWorking with children, adults, and seniorsThe emotional rewards and challenges of the jobCreative arts therapy careersWhy Sarah loves being an art therapistSarah also talks about her book, “Art Therapy Directives: An Intervention Toolbox,” designed for art therapists, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in therapeutic creative expression. Whether you are exploring career options, considering graduate school, or curious about how creativity can support mental health, this episode offers valuable insight into the growing field of art therapy. Subscribe for more career interviews and behind the scenes conversations about what jobs are really like. ================================================================= Timestamp:0:00 - Intro0:48 - Defining the Creative Arts Therapies1:22 - Where you can work as an art therapist5:02 - Is art therapy used for physical ailments?5:48 - What age groups receive art therapy?8:34 - Art Therapy Exercises and Art Therapy Activities11:07 - Job opportunities for art therapists17:49 - Why an art therapist is the best job23:26 - Talent has the floor24:46 - Thank you25:03 - Recap26:39 - Outro ================================================================= Guest Information: Sarah BalascioArt Therapy Directives BookAlso Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:Become a Music Therapist with Samantha Foote================================================================= Time We Discuss Links: Official Website: Time We Discuss WebsiteOriginal Music: Original Music furnished by Dan SwiftYouTube: Time We Discuss on YouTubeSpotify: Time We Discuss on SpotifyApple Podcasts: Time We Discuss on Apple PodcastsMore Podcast Platforms: Time We Discuss Podcast on Other PlatformsTwitter/X: Time We Discuss on Twitter/XBluesky: Time We Discuss on BlueskyInstagram: Time We Discuss on InstagramThreads: Time We Discuss on Threads
