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Asha The Hope successfully organized Hybrid Professional Doctorate in Art Therapy Contact Program

Asha The Hope, India’s first and most trusted online learning platform for art therapy, successfully conducted a hybrid professional doctorate in art therapy contact program (HDAT) on July 13 and July 14, 2024. The event allows students to express their artistic expression, gain a deeper understanding of art therapy techniques and their impact in the therapeutic community.

The event featured thought-provoking panel discussions, interactive sessions. Students, academicians, and well-known practitioners from various disciplines attended the event. Renowned faculty guests named Dr. R K Padmanabha, Krishna Dutt, Prabhakaran, Prabhakar, Chandrashekhar, Dinesh, Ganesh Srinivasan, and Alpana Ratogi graced the event , imparted their invaluable insights to students, helping them engage in academic study while applying their knowledge in real-world settings.   

The HDAT-contact program helped students to take on leadership roles in the therapeutic community and leverage art as a powerful tool for their holistic development. The program was curated with the objective of creating an impactful educational journey, combining traditional Indian values with contemporary therapeutic practices to lay a strong foundation for students’ professional trajectory ahead, allowing for hands-on learning, networking, and collaboration. 

Expressing her contentment with the resounding success of the HDAT contact program event, Dr. Asha, founder, said: “We were stoked to see the positive participation of students; their engagement in the HDAT- contact program reflected our organization’s commitment towards bringing a transformative change in the era of online learning through collaborative efforts and mentorship. This is a pivotal step towards holistic growth, encouraging students to engage in rigorous academic study, embrace ethical practice and network with renowned industry leaders.”

The program’s two-day sessions helped students foster innovation, research, and holistic development in the field of art therapy. It also encouraged students to understand cultural sensitivity and learn more about personal growth.

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