The Cork Art Therapy Summer School 2026 offers a unique five-day opportunity to explore the creative and therapeutic potential of art. Led by visiting art therapists from Ireland and abroad, this immersive programme introduces participants to the theory, history, and practice of art therapy through engaging talks and experiential workshops.

Participants will discover how creativity can support wellbeing, gain insight into the clinical contexts where art therapy is used, and develop a deeper understanding of their own creative process. Perfect for anyone curious about art therapy, creative wellbeing, or exploring creativity as a therapeutic practice.

After purchasing your ticket and entering your personal details, you will be asked to indicate your workshop preferences. Please rank the options from 1–4, where 1 is your most preferred workshop. (Please note that we cannot guarantee your first choice.):

Workshop 1 -Richard Day ‘Approaching Wholeness; Realising Boundary and Space in Art Therapy’
Workshop 2- Thamina Begum ‘Walk a Mile in my Shoes’
Workshop 3- Angela Rackstraw ‘Recreating Connection/s.’
Workshop 4-Roisin Kenny 'Art as a Stage for Present Moment Awareness’

Please see link to our events page for bookings

https://events.mtu.ie/index.cfm?page=events&eventId=1386