Art therapists can run art therapy programs for children, adolescents, adults, families, and other groups. Jobs for art therapists are available in therapy clinics, psychiatric hospitals, wellness centres, community centres, outreach programs, and much more. An art therapist can also open his/her own practice and work independently.

To become an art therapist, you have to be trained in both art and therapy. It alos helps to have a background in nursing or teaching. You can also obtain a professional degree in art therapy or a related field.