Poetry Therapy

<p>In this third edition of <i>Poetry Therapy </i>Dr. Mazza expands on poetry therapy applications and techniques carefully illustrating the use of poems expressive writing and symbolic activities for healing education and community service.</p><p>Building on the definition and foundation of poetry therapy chapters discuss using Mazza’s poetry therapy model with individuals families groups and communities. Featuring over a hundred new references and practice experiences the updated edition covers new research findings and methods especially with respect to expressive writing and brain activity. Additional updates include working with special populations such as minorities persons with disabilities veterans and the LGBTQ+ community. New chapters on spirituality the COVID-19 pandemic and personal development through poetry and running are also featured. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection.</p><p>This is a truly invaluable resource for any practitioner educator or researcher interested in poetry therapy bibliotherapy writing and healing or the broader area of creative arts and expressive therapies.</p>