The Effectiveness of Using Art Therapy in the Treatment of Individuals with PTSD

Authors

Alexander Jones, Linfield University - Portland CampusFollow
Josh Phillips, Linfield University - Portland CampusFollow
Jacinto Magallan-Campuzano, Linfield University - Portland CampusFollow

Document Type

Paper

Publication Date

5-2025

Disciplines

Nursing

Abstract

Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses a creative process to explore

emotions. It has gained recognition as a potential treatment for PTSD. Studies suggest that art therapy can help adults process traumatic experiences by expressing their feelings and reducing symptoms of distress and anxiety (Haeyen & Wanten, 2024). Working in a trauma-informed care environment, one must understand the role of art therapy, as it can be essential in offering holistic, patient-centered care. Investigation of the effectiveness of art therapy could lead to a more inclusive and diverse treatment option for adults with PTSD. In this paper, we will examine the effectiveness of art therapy in reducing PTSD symptoms in adults.

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Recommended Citation

Jones, Alexander; Phillips, Josh; and Magallan-Campuzano, Jacinto, "The Effectiveness of Using Art Therapy in the Treatment of Individuals with PTSD" (2025). NURS 464: Evidence-Based Nursing Capstone. Paper. Submission 9.
https://digitalcommons.linfield.edu/nursstud_464/9