Abstract
Arts such as painting, dance, drama or music have been part of Indian culture since ancient times. The use of creative arts in therapy (CAT) is a modern profession, still in a fledgling stage in India, with few trained individuals. A qualitative study to explore experiences of ten therapists using CAT (art, dance, drama, music and intermodal) for mental health in Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru, was carried out. The healing aspects of CAT included alternate expression, body mind connect and creativity. Therapists highlighted the unique features of the therapeutic processes such as use of physical space and arts materials, use of metaphors and symbols, use of art work for expression, assessment and intervention and use of rituals.
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