DISTINGUISHED CLINICIAN AWARD
This differs from the other awards in that the focus is on the nominee’s work with clients, rather than on service to the Association or contributions to the field of art therapy in general. The DCA is conferred upon Professional members of the Association for outstanding service in one of the following categories:
- Adult Services
- Adolescent Services
- Child Services
- Family Services
- General Services
This award is conferred on a Professional member of the Association in recognition of significant contributions to the education of professionals in the field of art therapy, specifically outstanding teaching and the development of innovative educational practices.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
This award is conferred on a Professional member of the Association in recognition of significant contributions to the field of art therapy, specifically in the area of the Association’s internal development and its relationship with other organizations.
This is conferred on a member(s) of the Association in recognition of their contribution to the field of art therapy through the completion of a video/film of high quality that adds to the existing fund of knowledge about the profession.