Integrated Creative Arts Therapy Conference Join us on March 4, 2016 for ITA’s first creative arts therapies conference titled Sharing Space Creatively: Interdisciplinary Collaboration with Creative Arts Therapies. We are currently accepting papers. Please complete the form below to submit your presentation proposal. The deadline for submissions is November 27, 2016. ITA Conference Proposal Form
ITA Open House Thursday, October 29, 2015
We would like to invite our colleagues in the educational, mental health, and medical communities to join us for an open house at our facility in downtown Evanston on Thursday, October 29, 2015. We’ve planned an enjoyable and informative event providing you with many opportunities to learn about creative arts therapy and ITA. Come and […]
ITA is 40!
The Institute for Therapy through the Arts (ITA) celebrated 40 years of providing creative arts therapies to children, adults, and families by welcoming more than 130 guests to a festive celebration Tuesday, June 9 at Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston. Highlights of the evening included the presentation of awards to two advocates of creative […]
Aging
Aging is a natural process in the life cycle. When all systems are functioning and well balanced, the individual is likely to maintain a satisfying existence. Every day is filled with a positive outlook and sense of wonder. When the balance is tipped, as a result of failing health, family or housing difficulties, increasing physical […]
Traumatic Brain Injury
A brain injury can be acquired in many ways. Most commonly known are Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) which are caused by an open or closed head injury damaging one or more areas of the brain. Brain injuries can also be caused by a stroke, a lack of oxygen to the brain, loss of consciousness or […]
Trauma
Trauma Informed Expressive Therapies Trauma occurs when an individual witnesses or experiences emotional, psychological or physical injury and the result of the experience, or series of experiences, is one of extreme stress leaving the individual feeling helpless, alone and vulnerable. Traumatic experiences have been demonstrated to cause significant changes to the brain, specifically to an […]
Adolescence
The adolescent must cope with the loss of childhood, emerging from a world rich with fantasy into one which includes some stark realities. The adolescent also copes with the stress of higher expectations placed upon him or her both by the self and by others. Teens are responsible for meeting more of their own basic […]
Neurological Disorders
Neurological disorders include any disorders triggered from damage within brain and nervous systems. Functioning may be impaired when chemicals in the brain are produced in excessive or decreased amounts. Depending on the nature of the disorder and part of the brain affected, symptoms could include impaired movement, communication, memory, attention, and emotional difficulties. These symptoms may be progressive in […]
Psychological Disorders
A psychological disorder may exist when a pattern of behaviors or symptoms causes significant stress or impact an individual’s ability to function in more than one domain of life such as school, work or relationships. Psychological disorders are diagnosed by a licensed therapist, psychologist or psychiatrist after careful assessment. Some conditions are more severe, while […]
Emotional Adjustment & Coping
Often times we confront obstacles in our daily lives which can be very challenging to deal with emotionally. Difficult relationships, financial struggles, illness or physical limitations can make us feel unhappy or alone. It is helpful during such times to have an opportunity to share your feelings with others and try to find ways to […]
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