Foundations of Creative Arts Therapy
Learn how art, colour, and music can help you reduce stress, understand emotions, and reconnect with your inner calm — while taking your first step toward a fulfilling holistic career
You start your day feeling grounded, not overwhelmed.
You can calm your mind, express emotions, and guide others to do the same — through creativity.
This isn’t just art. It’s a life skill — a new way to heal and to serve.
By the end of this course, you’ll know how to transform creative expression into a practical tool for wellbeing — for yourself, your family, or your future clients.
Modern life often disconnects us from our emotions and intuition. We overthink, rush, and give endlessly — yet rarely pause to feel.
Creative Arts Therapy reconnects you with yourself
It bridges science and soul, psychology and creativity
Through painting, music, movement, and colour, you’ll learn to manage stress, release emotions, and awaken your natural wisdom
You don’t need artistic skills — only curiosity and openness.
The science of stress and how to restore balance to mind and body.
How emotions manifest and can be expressed through art.
Using colour, rhythm, and creativity to improve mood and clarity.
Discovering and transforming unconscious beliefs through imagery and play.
Building your own Creative Self-Care Toolkit for daily wellbeing.
Apply art-based tools for stress relief and emotional regulation.
Support children, friends, or clients through creative expression.
Enhance empathy, self-awareness, and resilience in your personal or professional life.
Integrate these practices into teaching, coaching, or wellbeing work.
Confidently continue to Level 2 — where you’ll learn counselling and facilitation skills.
Internationally Recognised Pathway & KHDA Approval – progress through all three levels to earn professional certification accredited in 39 countries.
Proven Curriculum & Practical Learning – experience real transformation from day one.
Personal Growth Before Professional Practice – we help you embody the tools you’ll one day use with others.
Supportive Community – study with like-minded individuals guided by experienced facilitators.
Women and men seeking balance, creativity, and renewed purpose.
Professionals ready to transition from corporate life into meaningful holistic careers.
Teachers, counsellors, and caregivers wanting new tools for emotional support.
Anyone drawn to creativity, self-discovery, and helping others heal.
Begin your journey into Creative Arts Therapy with a powerful foundation designed to nurture your personal wellbeing and open the door to professional training ahead.
FULL PAYMENT: AED 4,000 + VAT (Includes all course materials and access to our student community.)
OR
Choose a Flexible Payment Plan: AED 2,000 upon enrollment + AED 500 per month for 5 months
4 weeks of guided learning (on-campus or online)
Hands-on creative practices: art journaling, music, sandplay, colour
Certificate of Completion for Level 1 from The Holistic Academy
Personal mentorship and group support throughout your journey
Access to a supportive network of like-minded students and graduates
Please note: Full KHDA-approved and internationally accredited certification is awarded upon completion of all three levels of the Creative Arts Therapy program.
Download our free Course Guide and discover how Creative Arts Therapy can help you reduce stress, find balance, and awaken your creative potential. Receive the guide instantly — no commitment, just inspiration.