Ecological Art Therapy

The book by Doctor of Medical Sciences A. I. Kopytin is devoted to a new direction in art therapy — ecological art therapy. It outlines the foundations of theory, methodology, as well as a system of practical work in accordance with the norms of this direction. The ecogumanitarian approach proposed by the author allows us to consider the properties of natural phenomena (living organisms, ecosystems, biosphere, etc.) and the world of mental phenomena in their unity with one another.
Ecological art therapy can be used in providing psychological assistance, psychotherapy, in ecological and artistic education and enlightenment, in the study of cultural phenomena, in creative activities, for developing new technologies in health protection, and in other areas.
The book, which serves as a methodological manual for specialists, will also be of interest to anyone who is curious about issues related to art therapy, psychology, ecopsychology, methods of self-development, self-harmonization, and personal growth. The author discusses how natural phenomena have been reflected in the visual arts, myths, literature, and music for centuries, ensuring self-regulation and development of a person, maintaining their mental and physical health; about archetypes associated with various manifestations of the surrounding world.
The techniques described in the book can be used independently.