Publication: Arteterapia en Europa. Breve recorrido desde sus orígenes. Fundamentos y corrientes.
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López Martínez, María Dolores
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Facultades de la UMU
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Ediciones Complutense
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.5209/arte.100307
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Abstract
El presente capítulo ofrece una visión panorámica del desarrollo histórico, disciplinar y profesional de la arteterapia en Europa, desde sus orígenes hasta su consolidación actual. Se identifican los principales hitos que han marcado su evolución, desde las primeras manifestaciones del valor terapéutico del arte hasta la configuración contemporánea de la disciplina. El artículo se estructura en cuatro apartados que abordan: los antecedentes del uso del arte con fines terapéuticos, la institucionalización de la arteterapia como práctica diferenciada, su expansión y consolidación en el ámbito europeo y los desafíos actuales en los campos profesional, formativo y de investigación. Las conclusiones destacan el notable crecimiento de la arteterapia en las últimas décadas, tanto en su reconocimiento académico y científico como en su aplicación en contextos sociales, educativos y clínico-sanitarios. Se subraya su carácter multidisciplinar, su valor integrador y el impacto positivo evidenciado en numerosos estudios. No obstante, se señala la necesidad de fortalecer la coordinación entre entidades europeas, fomentar la inserción laboral de los profesionales, avanzar en la acreditación y homologación de programas formativos y asegurar un mayor respaldo institucional y financiero. En síntesis, la arteterapia en Europa constituye hoy un campo en expansión, con una presencia creciente en la educación superior, la práctica profesional y la investigación científica, contribuyendo de manera significativa al bienestar físico, emocional y social.Palabras clave: Arteterapia, terapias creativas, historia, Europa, regulación profesional.
This chapter offers a panoramic overview of the historical, disciplinary, and professional development of art therapy in Europe, from its origins to its current consolidation. It identifies the main milestones that have shaped its evolution, from the early manifestations of art’s therapeutic value to the contemporary configuration of the discipline. The article is structured into four sections addressing: the origins of art used for therapeutic purposes, the institutionalization of art therapy as a distinct practice, its expansion and consolidation within the European context, and current challenges in the professional, educational, and research fields. The conclusions highlight the significant growth of art therapy in recent decades, both in its academic and scientific recognition and in its application across socal, educational, and clinical-health contexts. Its multidisciplinary nature, integrative value, and positive impact evidenced in numerous studies are emphasized. However, the need to strengthen coordination among European entities, promote professional integration, advance accreditation and standardization of training programs, and ensure greater institutional and financial support is also noted. In summary, art therapy in Europe today represents a growing field, with increasing presence in higher education, professional practice, and scientific research, contributing significantly to physical, emotional, and social well-being.
This chapter offers a panoramic overview of the historical, disciplinary, and professional development of art therapy in Europe, from its origins to its current consolidation. It identifies the main milestones that have shaped its evolution, from the early manifestations of art’s therapeutic value to the contemporary configuration of the discipline. The article is structured into four sections addressing: the origins of art used for therapeutic purposes, the institutionalization of art therapy as a distinct practice, its expansion and consolidation within the European context, and current challenges in the professional, educational, and research fields. The conclusions highlight the significant growth of art therapy in recent decades, both in its academic and scientific recognition and in its application across socal, educational, and clinical-health contexts. Its multidisciplinary nature, integrative value, and positive impact evidenced in numerous studies are emphasized. However, the need to strengthen coordination among European entities, promote professional integration, advance accreditation and standardization of training programs, and ensure greater institutional and financial support is also noted. In summary, art therapy in Europe today represents a growing field, with increasing presence in higher education, professional practice, and scientific research, contributing significantly to physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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López-Martínez, M.D. (2026). Arteterapia en Europa. Breve recorrido desde sus orígenes. Fundamentos y corrientes. Arteterapia. Papeles de arteterapia y educación artística para la inclusión social, 21 (Especial), 13-23. https://www.doi.org/10.5209/arte.100307
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