One of the important tenets of expressive arts therapy involves a skills set that enables meaningful and purposeful dialogue between a therapist and a client. Polishing a solid set of essential skills is one of the ingredients of an effective clinical practice. This course examines verbal and non-verbal communication and the basic micro-skills in counselling and psychotherapy to understand how the role of these skills can enable a process of change for clients. Students will be equipped to apply the knowledge of such micro-skills into future clinical practice in expressive arts therapy. Students are encouraged to participate actively in group discussion and role-play. Emphasis is placed on the cultivation of critical, and reflective thoughts through reading, discussion and experiential learning. Assessment: 100% coursework
