Abstract
Utilizing grounded theory, this study will explore therapists’ perspective of the use and effectiveness of art therapy amongst many different ages, groups, and populations. Through a semi-structured interview, the researcher interviewed 10 therapists from different educational backgrounds that consisted of Social Work and Art Therapy. Therapists’ views regarding how art therapy works and why, their theoretical orientation and their experiences in implementing this method were examined in the semi-structured interviewed and was analyze by the content given. Although therapist provided their perceptions on their theories, implementation strategies and effectiveness of art therapy, there seems to be no correct theoretical orientation or application of precise art therapy techniques that determines the effectiveness of art therapy. Conclusion of this study determines that effectiveness is based on the therapist and not the model.