A Comparison of the Traditional Education of Native American Healers with the Education of American Art Therapists

Abstract

This study compared the traditional education of Native American healers with the education of American art therapists. This first part of the article gives an overview of traditional Native American healing practices. The second part describes results of a survey conducted with 20 Native American healers and 16 art therapists using a descriptive field study approach.For art therapists working with Indian clients, knowledge of the Indian philosophy of health may help to overcome cultural barriers. Mutual respect for both cultures will more easily facilitate a therapeutic relationship.

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