AATA News
Take Action: Submit a Public Comment on Federal Student Loans Changes
Take action on changes to Federal Student Loans. The Department of Education has issued a proposed rule that would redefine “professional student” for purposes of determining federal student loan amounts, which will harm access to care.
Featured Member: Michelle “Starr” Starling
“I’m truly excited about having my presentation offered by AATA for free during Black History Month. It feels especially meaningful as a graduate of Wilberforce University, an HBCU, and as someone who has had the honor of serving on the Ursuline CAT Advisory Board for several years. This really feels like a full-circle moment for me. — Starr Starling
AATA2026 Conference Call for Proposals is Open!
We are excited to announce the AATA2026 Call for Proposals and share with you this year’s proposal process. The Call for Proposals invites submissions for the in-person conference and a two-day live virtual conference, both planned for Fall 2026.
Announcing a New Mentor Match Cohort for 2026!
Whether you’re just entering the art therapy field or looking for a new career direction – a mentor may be able to help you.
Join Us for a Virtual CE Event on Art During the Holocaust, Jan 13
Join us for AATA’s first virtual Continuing Education session of the year, The Strength of the Creative Spirit: The Art and Artists of the Holocaust with Elizabeth Hlavek, DAT, LCPAT, ATR-BC, which will explore the art of the Holocaust as a phenomenon.
Announcing AATA’s Newly Elected Leaders to Serve in 2026-2027
Congratulations so our newly elected leaders!
Celebrating the 2025 AATA Art Therapy Award Winners
We want to recognize AATA’s Art Therapy Award and Honors recipients.
Gift Yourself Some CE Learning
Whether you want to gift yourself some learning, or support a colleague’s education journey, use this 25% discount for select art therapy Continuing Education virtual sessions.
Top 10 Most Read Posts of 2025
From exploring art therapy’s cultural impact to examining its role in diverse communities, these posts capture the growing public interest in the field. Here’s a look at the 10 most-read articles. A huge thank you to all our members who volunteered to share their expertise in our blog or for our virtual Monthly Learning Series (available on the Online Learning Academy).
Introducing the AATA Undergraduate Pre-Art Therapy Education Guidelines
The AATA Undergraduate Pre-Art Therapy Education Guidelines are now available! The guidelines provide educators a resource to develop, deliver, and strengthen undergraduate pre-art therapy education.