Paolo J. Knill – författare

Counselling, therapy, and coaching always work with the use of language. With art-oriented approaches, the limitations of language can be overcome.One of the most important works of expressive arts therapy, Lösungskunst is now available in English translation.The key concept of intermodality- the authors' term for oscillation between art-analog methods- combines with the primary focus on resources and strong emphasis on solutions to lay the groundwork for the method that is as vital now as it was originally. The importance of imagination, artistic and aesthetic experience to mental wellbeing is showcased, challenging the common focus on the cognitive and emotional facets of mental health.In-depth case studies and explanations illuminate the origins and use of the theoretical frameworks, helping experienced practitioners and trainees alike to engage with the fundamental methods and concepts of expressive arts therapy.

Counselling, therapy, and coaching always work with the use of language. With art-oriented approaches, the limitations of language can be overcome.One of the most important works of expressive arts therapy, Lösungskunst is now available in English translation.The key concept of intermodality- the authors' term for oscillation between art-analog methods- combines with the primary focus on resources and strong emphasis on solutions to lay the groundwork for the method that is as vital now as it was originally. The importance of imagination, artistic and aesthetic experience to mental wellbeing is showcased, challenging the common focus on the cognitive and emotional facets of mental health.In-depth case studies and explanations illuminate the origins and use of the theoretical frameworks, helping experienced practitioners and trainees alike to engage with the fundamental methods and concepts of expressive arts therapy.

Challenging traditional therapeutic approaches to the arts in which art is often secondary to a psychological model, Principles and Practice of Expressive Arts Therapy provides a coherent theoretical framework for an expressive arts therapy practice that places the process of art-making and the art work itself at the center.This book lays the philosophical foundation for a fresh interpretation of art-making and the therapeutic process by re-examining the concept of poiesis. The authors clarify the methodology and theory of practice with a focus on intermodal therapy, crystallization theory and polyaesthetics, and give guidance on the didactics of acquiring practical skills. Case studies of clinical practice and guidance on supervision and training in intermodal expressive arts therapy complement the theoretical chapters.Combining philosophy, theory and practice, this book is an essential text for students and academics in the field and for practicing expressive and specialized arts therapists.

Challenging traditional therapeutic approaches to the arts in which art is often secondary to a psychological model, Principles and Practice of Expressive Arts Therapy provides a coherent theoretical framework for an expressive arts therapy practice that places the process of art-making and the art work itself at the center.This book lays the philosophical foundation for a fresh interpretation of art-making and the therapeutic process by re-examining the concept of poiesis. The authors clarify the methodology and theory of practice with a focus on intermodal therapy, crystallization theory and polyaesthetics, and give guidance on the didactics of acquiring practical skills. Case studies of clinical practice and guidance on supervision and training in intermodal expressive arts therapy complement the theoretical chapters.Combining philosophy, theory and practice, this book is an essential text for students and academics in the field and for practicing expressive and specialized arts therapists.

Beratung, Therapie, Coaching kommen nicht ohne Sprache aus. Was ausschließlich sprachlich vermittelt wird, hat jedoch die Tendenz, Prozesshaftes, Sinnlich-Vitales und Komplexes zu reduzieren, zu verallgemeinern und festzuschreiben. Dies trifft auf kënstlerisches Tun nicht zu - auch wenn es mit einfachsten Mitteln ausgeëbt wird.Das Autorenduo Herbert Eberhart und Paolo Knill hat ëber Jahrzehnte in Praxis und Ausbildung Erfahrungen mit dem Ineinandergreifen von Sprache und kënstlerischem Tun gesammelt. Entstanden ist ein Arbeitsansatz auf systemtheoretischer Grundlage, der kënstlerisches Tun als Dezentrierung vom Belastenden und Defizitären verbindet mit einer ressourcenorientierten Sprache und Haltung. Damit wird der Erkenntnis Rechnung getragen, dass produktive Neuausrichtung ein Zurëcktreten und Loslassen voraussetzt.Detaillierte Praxisbeispiele zeigen die Vielfalt konkreter Vorgehensweisen in verschiedenen Settings. Damit verbunden ist eine theoretische Aufarbeitung des Einsatzes von Sprache, Kunst und Spiel sowie die Darstellung der erkenntnistheoretischen und methodologischen Wurzeln. Es werden die Grenzen der Anwendbarkeit diskutiert wie auch die Frage der Vermittlung der notwendigen professionellen Kompetenzen."Damit ist das Buch gleichermaßen fër Lehrende wie Lernende und fër Theoretiker wie fër Praktiker eine wertvolle Quelle zur weiteren Entwicklung und deren Reflexion" (Jërgen Kriz).