About MSATA

Art therapy is a mental health profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities  through active art-making, creative process, applied psychology theory, and human experience within a psychotherapeutic relationship.  

(Note: Definition is referenced directly from the American Art Therapy Association.)

To become a chapter member, you first need to become a member of the  national organization, American Art Therapy  Association (AATA), and then select to add membership to a  state chapter.  The website for AATA is www.arttherapy.org. 

One first needs to obtain a master's degree in Art Therapy.  Then, one applies for a Provisional License as one completes their post graduate requirements.  Details can be found on the MS Department of Health website. The website is www.msdh.ms.gov.