Membership
Indiana Art Therapy Association Membership
American Art Therapy Association (AATA) Membership
The American Art Therapy Association is the nation’s leading organization advocating the important issues impacting the art therapy profession. By becoming a member, you support our crucial work of advocating for the future of art therapy while gaining access to the important research, tools, and connections you need to succeed in the field.
Reasons to join AATA
Critical Resources
AATA members have exclusive access to the MyAATA, a members-only library of research reports written by pioneers in the industry, the latest news from the field of art therapy and practical career advancement tools:
Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association. The most prestigious publication in the field showcasing leading research and practice-based articles.
Toolkits for Careers in Art Therapy. Developed in collaboration with leading employer groups, AATA’s toolkits assist members develop effective art therapy programs that produce results in growing career tracks.
Licensure Guides. AATA members have exclusive access to our Advocacy Center which provides the latest information on public policy related to art therapy including state-specific news and guides to licensure advocacy efforts and/or requirements.
Career Development
AATA is dedicated to helping its members create successful, rewarding careers in art therapy. Here are just a few of the resources available to members:
AATA Mentor Program. A unique program connecting Student and New Professional members with Credentialed Professional, Professional and Retired Professional members for mutually beneficial support and career development advice.
Art Therapy Career Center. A resource where more than 150 national healthcare, educational and community service organizations post jobs in the field of art therapy.
Find An Art Therapist Locator. 2.4 million people visit this site annually to find a provider. Participation is available at a substantial discount to AATA members.
Have Questions? The AATA membership team would be happy to help you. Call 1-888-290-0878 or email membership@arttherapy.org.
Indiana Chapter Membership
American Art Therapy Association Chapters are active throughout the United States. Chapters conduct meetings and activities that promote the field of art therapy on a local level. Chapters provide a forum for addressing professional issues as well as a network for members working toward common goals.
The American Art Therapy Association’s Assembly of Chapters provides information and support to chapter members at the local level. You must be an American Art Therapy Association member to become a chapter member.
Professional/Credentialed Professional: $25
Individuals who have completed graduate level education and training in art therapy or who hold their ATR. This category includes receiving all official publications, to attend meetings, the right to vote, hold office, and serve on committees. AATA membership required.
New Professional (1 year) $20 /Student: $15
Individuals who do not meet the qualifications of professional membership and who are currently taking courses in art therapy or a related field may be eligible for Student membership. Student members shall be entitled to receive all official publications and to attend meetings, but shall not have the right to vote or hold office.
Associate: $50
Individuals do not meet qualifications for Professional or Student memberships may become a supporting Friend. Friends shall be entitled to receive all official publications, to attend meetings, but shall not have the right to vote, hold office, or serve on a committee
Affiliate/Contributing: $50
Individuals, organizations, institutions or foundations which contribute annually to the association may be eligible for a sponsor/patron membership. This member shall be entitled to receive all official publications and to attend the annual meeting, but shall not have the right to vote or hold office.
Retired Professional: $15
Individuals who have practiced, obtained credentials and are now retired from the art therapy profession.