The Journey of the “Lone” Art Therapist: Issues of Evolving Self-Identities

Abstract

The formation of a professional identity is a continuous process. A Ghanaian art educator shares her experiences of studying to become an art therapist in the United States by exploring her use of art and narratives. She describes a journey of overcoming her anxieties and as part of her evolving identities – cultural, social, professional.

Keywords:

• Identity
• art therapy
• Ghana
• professional

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Mavis Osei

Mavis Osei, PhD, is an art therapist and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Innovations in Science and Technology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology in Kumasi, Ghana. Correspondence concerning this viewpoint should be addressed to the author at [email protected]