Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association (DVATA)

Overview:

Profession(s): Art Therapy
Member Type(s): Art Therapists
Scope: Regional - Delaware Valley
Formed: 1968
Address: P.O. Box 36659, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
Website: www.dvata.org

Description:

The Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association, Inc., an affiliate chapter of The American Art Therapy Association, Inc., is a professional organization dedicated to the use of art as a healing process.

Mission/Aims:

Its mission is to promote the development and public awareness of the field of art therapy through the advancement of research, professional standards, education, legislation and public forums. DVATA has been serving Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware since 1968.

Member Benefits:

DVATA quarterly newsletter.
Discounts on publications and DVATA events.
Information about current job openings and career opportunities.
Up-to-date information on legislation affecting licensure for art therapists in the Delaware Valley.
A free copy of the DVATA referral guide as well as the opportunity to be listed in the next edition for a small fee.

Training/Licensing/Certification:

The DVATA hosts an annual conference as well as multiple networking, educational and social events throughout the year where members can obtain continuing education credits.

Affiliations:

Associations to which we are a member:
American Art Therapy Association (AATA)

Verification Criteria:

Art therapists should have their Registration, Board Certification and a State License (which varies by state).