October 2, 2024 | By Jen McSparron MA, LPC, ATR-BC
On September 3rd, a dedicated group of Texas art therapists traveled to Austin to advocate for independent art therapy licensure in Texas. Armed with goodie bags filled with information about art therapy and existing programs across the state, the team visited various legislative offices, sharing their personal stories and highlighting the critical need for licensed art therapists. Their mission: to raise awareness about the value of art therapy and the importance of supporting licensure for art therapists in Texas.
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who volunteered their time, missed work, and made the trip for this important Hill Day event—your efforts have truly made a significant impact!
Art therapy advocates in Austin for Hill Day September 3, 2024
In exciting news, Senator Royce West has agreed to sponsor our bill for art therapy licensure. It’s currently being drafted by legal experts and will be open for public comment before moving forward to the House of Representatives.
How You can Help
We need your support to make this bill a reality! Contact your representatives and ask them to co-author the bill. Every voice counts in ensuring that the field of art therapy is recognized and regulated in Texas.
For more information on how to get involved, please reach out to:
Andrea Davis: andrea@dallasarttherapy.org
Wanda Montemayor: wanda@comarts.us
Jennifer McSparron: jen@dallasarttherapy.org
Your support is vital to making independent art therapy licensure a reality in Texas!
