A Literature Review of Drawing Therapy in Group Counseling

Abstract

Drawing therapy style expressive art therapy in a branch, for mobilizing the group atmosphere and member participation has a positive role in promoting, than the language has a more powerful expressive power and perspective. Based on the principle of projection, the subconscious mind of an individual can emerge in an unrestricted manner, and drawing is not limited by the age, race, language, cultural level, cognitive ability of the visitors, etc. Through guidance, the group leader can promote the individual to better self-exploration and self-awareness. In group counseling, drawing therapy can be used as a technique in growth and therapeutic group counseling. This paper will provide a comprehensive review of the application of drawing therapy in group counseling to provide a basis for understanding the current status of group counseling and grasping the direction of future counseling.