Written by Cara Fisher-Wellvang, MA, LCPC, ATR and Brad Drozdowski, MT-BC School is starting back up and whether you’re preparing for another round of remote learning or gearing up to go back in person, things are going to be different this Fall. ITA is here for you with some creative ideas to make your transition back […]
Crafty Corner: Popsicle People
-Written by Rianna Jamieson Making art can be enjoyable no matter your age or ability! So why should we restrict ourselves to only making art in class or in therapy? This series is all about making art fun again in the comfort of your own home. These short crafts are easily accessible and can help […]
Standing with Our Neighbors: A Look Back at the 2019 Creative Arts Therapy Conference
On March 29 & 30, 2019, ITA celebrated the 4th Annual Integrated Creative Arts Therapy Conference, Standing with Our Neighbors: Embracing Inclusivity and Celebrating Diversity. This event is one of few conferences of its type throughout the United States. Over the course of two days, more than 160 leaders and professionals from the Creative Arts […]
Lifeline Theatre Taps ITA for Trauma Informed Training
Dr. Marni Rosen Provides Training for Lifeline Theatre Staff Working in the Chicago Public Schools On October 4, ITA Practice Director Dr. Marni Rosen, conducted a workshop at Chicago’s Lifeline Theatre entitled “Trauma Informed Education for Teaching Artists.” Fifteen teaching artists working in the Chicago Public Schools attended the 2-hour workshop, aimed at providing much-needed […]
ITA Opens New Clinic in Highland Park
Art and Music Therapy Become Available to the Local Community We are now offering art and music therapy at 480 Elm Place, Suite 202A, just minutes away from ITA’s former Lake Forest location. We have grown our presence in the Evanston community where ITA has resided since 2006. As Practice Director, Dr. Marni Rosen observed […]
Fresh Faces for Fall: ITA Welcomes Three New Clinical Interns!
Join Us in Saying Hello to David, Amber, and Jessica Each year, ITA trains a number of music therapy, dance/movement therapy, art therapy, and drama therapy clinical interns. These interns work directly with the clinical staff at ITA for 6 months to a year, becoming an integral part of our team. We are excited to […]
ITA Introduces CBT/DBT Art Therapy Group for Teens
Adolescents Invited to Step into Spring with Training in Eight New Skills This spring, ITA is proud to offer a one-of-a-kind skills training art therapy group that will cater to teens who endure anxiety, quick changes in mood, and strong emotional states. What are CBT and DBT Skills? Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) skills use problem-solving […]
In Hindsight: Our 2018 Grand Opening and Open House
ITA Looks Back at its Most Momentous Milestone After successfully strategically maneuvering over a row of summer hurdles and making the move up to 2130 Green Bay Road, ITA was set and ready to open its doors to the community for its Grand Opening on March 8th. Evanston Mayor Steven H. Hagerty was in attendance […]
From the Desk of Dr. Marni Rosen
A Word About Our Conference Keynote Speaker When an email from Dr. Lisa Hinz revealed itself in my inbox this past summer, I had little idea what would transpire of it for our Creative Arts Therapy community. Following her words line by line, I felt more compelled with each to present to her ITA’s conference keynote opportunity. […]
ITA Gets Loud: New Trauma Workshop Caters to Young Poets
ITA Lead to Young Chicago Authors through Mutual Link Amongst the crowd at a Chicago Community Trust-supported Art Educator workshop, Kesha Daniels listened to Dr. Marni Rosen, ITA’s Practice Director, speak about trauma-informed therapy approaches. As the Director of Programs at Young Chicago Authors, Daniels, struck by the presentation content, sought an opportunity to bring Dr. […]
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