Join us for AATA’s upcoming Monthly Learning Session, Beyond the Felt Sense. The session will examine recent neurobiological and physiological research on specific art materials and processes. Whether you’re an art therapy student or new professional looking to learn more — or a seasoned professional seeking the latest research, join us for this virtual Continuing Education session!

We will focus on findings from a collection of neurobiological and physiological research on distinct art materials and within the clinical practice of art therapy. Our presenter, Kerry Kruk-Borisov, ATR-BC, LPC, MS, will summarize empirical research findings as well as explore the theoretical underpinnings that guide such neurobiological and physiological research. Kerry will draw from the concluding chapter of the recently published (2024) 2nd Edition of Art Therapy and the Neuroscience of Trauma, which is edited by Juliet King and Christianne Strang.

Kerry Kruk-Borisov, ATR-BC, LPC, MS

With 20 years of experience working with families, adolescents, adults, and children, Kerry intends to provide a well-rounded and holistic therapy experience for her clients. She has prior experience in intensive in-home family-centered treatment, group work in substance abuse and sexual abuse trauma therapy, and inpatient crisis stabilization and detoxification treatment for adults.

In her experience providing art therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families, she has witnessed the power and effectiveness of strengths-based, solution-focused, and experiential art therapy to foster awareness, recovery, growth, and healing.

Kerry has worked with a wide range of individuals experiencing a range of life conflicts to include substance abuse and recovery, depression, anxiety disorders, self-esteem, life phase conflict, peer and family conflict, sexual abuse, and PTSD. She is passionate about learning about the brain and how psychotherapeutic approaches, particularly art therapy and EMDR, can effectively change perception and neurological function.  Kerry describes her treatment approach as a coordinated synergy of person-centered art therapy, humor, positive psychology, narrative therapy, motivational enhancement, and family systems in order to address immediate concerns and to promote growth and progress.  She believes in fostering a creative, therapeutic space in which self-discovery and growth are possible.

She is an avid presenter and public speaker and has presented her research as well as other topics on the practice of art therapy locally, nationally, and internationally.  She also has experience as a Human Rights Coordinator, providing advocacy for individuals receiving community behavioral and developmental services. Kerry is also an Adjunct Faculty member in the Graduate Counseling & Art Therapy program at Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences University at Old Dominion University (formerly known as Eastern Virginia Medical School).

Register and Attend Live or Watch On Demand

Everyone is welcome to attend. The session fee is $82 to attend live or watch-demand via AATA’s Online Learning Academy. Attendees will receive 2 Continuing Education credits.

The session is discounted for AATA Members ($52) and FREE for AATA Student Members.

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