Caldwell University is a private, accredited Catholic university in Caldwell, NJ offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees and a vibrant campus life complete with rewarding activities, clubs, and service opportunities.
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling with art therapy concentration and Post Graduate Master’s in Art Therapy degrees apply the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. It is based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, and achieve insight.
The mission of the Gallery is to highlight the importance of the artist’s identity. The gallery provides a platform for students, alumni, and affiliates of the university to share their voices and illustrate the power of art in communicating about mental health, self-care, and social justice.