Christine Turner

Department Chair

M.S., Portland State University
Diploma (B.F.A. equivalent), L'ecole des Beaux Arts, Montreal, Canada
Art Therapy studies, Antioch University West

Subjects/Courses

Introduction to Art Therapy Workshop
Art Therapy Media and Methods
The Helping Relationship
Professional Orientation and Ethics
Practicum Studio

Formerly taught:
Adolescent & Young Adult Development, Psychopathology and Art Therapy Counseling
Cross Cultural Counseling & Art Therapy
Professional & Clinical Practices in Art Therapy Counseling
Clinical Assessment by Graphic Means
Trauma, Assessment and Treatment
Creative Methods of Stress Management

Presentations

Since 1984, Chris Turner has made more than 65 presentations at conferences and other events, including the American Art Therapy Association Conference and American Counseling Association Conference.

Publications

Book Review Editor. The Arts in Psychotherapy, an international journal

Video Producer. Janie Rhyne: Form as Content. Rawley Silver: Art Therapist and Artist. These two 55-minute videos on pioneers in the field of art therapy are shown at many conferences.

Certifications

Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), National
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Oregon
Board Certified Counselor (NCC), National
Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), National

Professional Associations

American Art Therapy Association
American Counseling Association

Professional Activities

Served on boards and committees since 1985, locally and nationally

Art Therapy Credentials Board (1996-1999)

Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (2000-2006); Chairperson (2004-2006)

Practicing Therapist (1978-present). Initially worked in residential treatment programs for children and adolescents with severe mental illnesses. Currently maintains a part-time private practice, working with clients of all ages.

Resource Links

American Art Therapy Association
Art Therapy Credentials Board