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Research 2021-2022

DateTitleStudentPrincipal Investigator
07/03/2021Self-Reflective Artmaking and Self-Care: A Heuristic Study Vaida NarisTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BC  
08/09/2021A Pilot Study of Self-Stigma in Older Adults at Risk for Depression and the Impact of a Community-Based Cultural Art ProgramTianyin LiuKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC  
08/20/2021Striving to survive: The Impact of Ceramics on Stress for Hospice Nurses  Annette BurckartTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BC  
08/27/2021Exploring Photography Themes to Show Readjusting Veterans’ StoriesBreanna Cox  Tracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BC  
08/30/2021Autism disparities: Experiences of music therapists of color with autistic individuals with racially marginalized identitiesKazuko RobinsonTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BC  
08/30/2021Professionalism identified to evaluate nursing students in clinical settings Yei-Jin Yeom, Ph.D., RN
09/23/2021Possible Effects of Using Art Supplies on Potential Anxiety/Depression in Elementary Students Starting Middle SchoolErin UppmanKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC  
11/17/2021Grief and Bereavement in an Arts-Based Heuristic Study on the Adult Loss of a GrandparentKaitlin RafteryKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC  
11/20/2021An Arts-Based Heuristic Exploration: A College Student’s Lived Experience of Stress ReductionJennifer MartzKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC  
11/20/2021Artmaking with Migraine: A Heuristic Arts-Based Study and Exploration of Self  Kara JohnsonKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC  
12/17/2021A Heuristic Arts-Based study on Childhood Hospitalization and Diagnosis of a Heart Condition   Emily HalvorsonKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
12/21/2021The Evaluation of the House-Tree-Person Assessment: Representation of various cultural groups.Ekaterina BaskinaKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
02/06/2022A Heuristic Exploration Using Response Art to Reduce Vicarious GriefAlysa ZionJuliana Thrall, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
02/06/2022Experiences of using art with middle school educators to examine burnout during the COVID-19 PandemicDanielle CreamerKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
02/10/2022Go with the Flow: A Qualitative Study on the Impacts of Mindfulness-Based Wet-on-Wet Watercolor on Stress and AnxietyHillarie DeenKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
02/23/2022Music Therapy during Premature Infant ROP ScreeningsKate Leonard, MT-BC, NICU MTGray Baldwin, MA, MT-BC
04/10/2022Before and After Motherhood: An arts-based phenomenological studyLindsey Chisholm  Keturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
04/28/2022Art Therapy as Treatment for Non-binary People with Disordered Substance Use: The Art Therapists’ PerspectiveLisa Michelle SrokKeturah Welton Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC
05/31/2022Partner Suicide: Processing Trauma, Grief, and Loss Using Response ArtPhilip Bulone Juliana Thrall, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT

Research 2020-2021

DateTitle of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorCo-Investigator
07/03/2020Utilizing Culturally Based Art Therapy to Reduce Anxiety Symptoms in an Adult Native AmericanRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSRayna J. Davis
07/15/2020A Heuristic Inquiry into the Effectiveness of Using a Creative Visual Timeline in Order to Reconsolidate Trauma Memories for Exploration, Discovery and Reparation in Older Age.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSDorothy Rogowski
07/16/2020Treating Veterans: Therapeutic Approaches Used by Art TherapistsRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSSarah J. Lunsford
07/18/2020A Heuristic Study: Developing an Art Therapy Based Self-Care Treatment PlanJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMia Rivarde
08/03/2020Coming Home to the Body: Integrating Body Narrative into Life Narrative with Art TherapyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSJennifer James
08/21/2020The Role of Art Therapy and Mindfulness in Adult ADHDJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSClaudia Jauregui
09/1/2020Visual Journaling in Treating Childhood TraumaJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMatthew Warner
09/07/2020Preventing Vicarious Trauma through Mindfulness Inner/Outer Mandalas: An Arts- Based Heuristic StudyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSSkye Landon
09/07/2020What are the effects of trauma narrative art and response journaling on the reconstruction of identity for a former cult member?Jill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSBrenna Richardson
09/30/2020Identifying the Influence of African American Males’ Experienced Everyday Racial Discrimination Through an Art Therapy Self-Portrait DirectiveRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMonica Butler
09/30/2020Pathworking: A Mixed Methods Study of Eco-Art Therapy and Mindfulness in Women with Eating DisordersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAdrienne A. Johnson
11/07/2020Art Journaling for Women with Disabilities and Body Image ConcernsRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSJane Carriere
12/04/2020Catharsis in Containment: Transforming Teacher Stress into Meaningful Expression through Ceramic Shadowbox ConstructionJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJana L Van Hooser
12/7/2020Response Art for Self-Compassion: A Heuristic Arts-Based StudyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSEmily Liberto
12/7/2020A Heuristic Investigation of Self-Care Through Journaling, Art-Making, and Imaginal DialogueRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMadison Boender
12/10/2020Sublimating Anger and Personal Art MakingJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSLynsey B. Cook
1/19/2021PolyARMORy: Equipping Polyamorous Clients with Art Tools for Distress Tolerance and Equipping Therapists with Greater Cultural CompetencyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAmanda Allard-Cline
1/19/2021The Efficacy of Art Making and the Long-Term Effects of GriefJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAshley Bullock

Research 2019-2020

DateTitle of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorCo-Investigator
07/09/2019Art Therapy: Decreasing Shame and Increasing Self-Worth with Adult Sex Trafficked SurvivorsJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKimberly Harden
07/12/2019Finding a Voice: Using Art Therapy to Reduce the Barriers to Committing to Change for the CommunityJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSGinger Mote
07/16/2019Improving the Well-being of Elders with Dementia and their CaregiversJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKinsey Foster
07/31/2019Effectiveness of Narrative Art Therapy in Promoting Resiliency in Bereaved YouthRebecca Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSJennifer A. Collins
07/31/2019Art Therapy Interventions with Family Caregivers of People with DementiaRebecca Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSLindsey Good
08/27/2019The Effectiveness of Collage Making with Adolescence Who Have Experienced TraumaJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCindy Tornero
08/27/2019Art as Therapy for Stress Reduction in an Adult Survivor of Trauma on The Autism SpectrumRebecca Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSSamar M. Alabassy
09/24/2019Imagined Body: Effect of Art Therapy Practice on Body Image Integration During Weight LossJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKatie E Rongey
10/08/2019Visual Impairment and Artistic Media PreferencesJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKelly McEwen
10/09/2019Effectiveness of Art Therapy for Children with Symptoms of DepressionJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSSarah Mathes
10/16/2019Art therapy monitored by HeartMathJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSTrish Ivie
11/11/2019Undergraduate Music Therapy Students’ Perspectives on Curricular Self-ExperiencesBelt Courtney 
11/13/2019Stages of Art Therapy Treatment in Cancer Care: A Heuristic Look at the ProcessJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCS 
12/03/2019Utilizing Art Therapy to Increase Hope and Self-Worth Among Adults Living with Substance Use DisordersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSNora Reed
12/11/2019Identity Formation Among Third Culture Kids Through Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSTwana Thomas
12/18/2019Creating Amygdalas: 3D Art Making with Art Therapy Graduate Students to Reduce StressJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCathleen Sieng
12/20/2019Inside Out: Influence of art making in nature on anxietyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSLeticia Rosado Russell
01/09/2020Self-care after Trauma: A heuristic inquiry using Art Therapy, Dream Reflection, and written JournalingJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKelsey Halterman
01/14/2020Exploring the Role of Birth Order in Creative Self-Identity through Self-PortraitureJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSHelen Rogers
01/14/2020Mothers of Loss: Using Narrative Art Therapy to Promote Resiliency After Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant LossJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSDevon Billions-Gomez
01/22/2020The Heart of the Matter: An Evaluation of the Efficacy of an Online Pilot Art Therapy-Based Program to Enhance Resilience Among Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection SurvivorsJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSLaura Haywood-Cory
01/30/2020Exploring Altered Book Journaling for Healthcare Professionals: Coping with Second-Victim TraumaJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSBrittany E. Reese
02/07/2020Artistic Stages of Development and Mental Age in Intellectually Disabled AdultsRebecca Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMichalea Jones
02/18/2020The Occurrence of Impostor Phenomenon: A Survey of Music TherapistsGray BaldwinCorinne Pickett
02/19/2020From Classical to Practical: A Survey of Vocal Satisfaction and Preparedness in a Convenience Sample of Music TherapistsBecky Engen, Sharon R Boyle 
02/21/2020Using Art Therapy to Promote Resiliency in Women of Color with Race-Based Traumatic StressJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAllyson P. Thammachack, B.S.
02/21/2020Coloring Mandalas to Reduce Burnout amongst CaregiversJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSBrittany Santos
02/21/2020The Effects of Mixed Media Art Journaling on the Expression of GriefJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSLauren R. Tatro
02/21/2020The Effects of a Creative Arts Expression Group on Self-Expression, Communication, and Social Functioning of Adults with Neurodevelopmental DisordersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSNicole Marie Jerome
02/21/2020Effectiveness of Art Therapy on Reminiscence and Positive Affect for Older Adults with DementiaJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKatherine C. Ricamato
02/21/2020Abstract Art Making and Stress Management: Acrylic Pouring with Healthcare WorkersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJeanett Velazquez Reight
02/25/2020The Relationships and Dynamics Between Music Therapy and the Neurodiversity MovementGray BaldwinBethany Rice
02/26/2020Attachment and Art TherapyRebecca Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSBethany Floyd
02/27/2020The Efficacy of Arts-Based, Self-Care Practices in Reducing Compassion Fatigue Amongst Informal Caregivers of Individuals with CHARGE SyndromeJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCaren Talbert-Cho
03/03/2020The Impact of Music Therapy on the Family Bond and Resiliency of Military FamiliesTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Ashley Carroll
03/03/2020Music Therapy Addressing Unique Needs of Hospitalized Children with IDD: A Phenomenological StudyGray BaldwinKristen E. Ney, MT-BC
03/05/2020Examining music therapists’ singing- and playing-related injuries: a collective case studyTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Brianna Larsen
03/05/2020Doodle Top Art Therapy Intervention used as a Focusing Tool to Reduce AnxietyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSCheyann N. Fehrman
03/11/2020A Heuristics Study: The Role of Mandalas and Increasing Food-based MindfulnessJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMegan Visker
03/13/2020Creating Intention Sticks as a Coping Strategy for Adolescents with AnxietyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMeagan Andersen
03/16/2020Professional Writing Major Trail StudyMike King 
03/16/2020The effects of coloring Mandalas on teachers who experience work related stressJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSColleen Clawson
04/27/2020Drawing Connections: Using Art Therapy to Explore Emerging AdulthoodTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Michelle Pettigrew
05/18/2020A Retrospective Narrative Inquiry into the Speech Acquisition of a Nonverbal Child with AutismGray BaldwinAlison Rene
06/05/2020Effectiveness of Art Therapy on Positive Affect and ReminiscenceJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKatherine Ricamato
06/05/2020Art Therapy for Older Adults with Dementia: Heuristic Reflection and Strategy of Clinical PracticeJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAnna Webb

Research 2018-2019

DateTitle of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorCo-Investigator
07/06/2018An Adaptation Study Evaluating Levels of Understanding, Knowledge, and Interest in using Art Therapy as a Form of Self-Care in Undergraduate College Students, Staff and FacultyRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMercedes McBrown
07/06/2018Releasing Shame, Entitlement, and Loving All of You Through a Bilateral ProcessRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSRachel Cutler
07/17/2018The Skin I’m inRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSTori Charles
07/17/2018Midlife Career Transition and Identity TransformationRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSDeborah Mach
07/20/2018Body-Mind-Spirit Art Therapy Intervention for Stress Reduction in Fire Fighter SpousesJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAndrea Sutrick
07/21/2018The Effects of Medical Art Therapy through Self-Exploration with Adult Cancer Patients: Reducing DistressJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSStephanie Ann Reyes
07/21/2018Effects of Art Therapy on Stress Indicator of Adult Survivors of Childhood Trauma Within the Recovery CommunityJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCatherine A. Rich
07/23/2018Using Art Therapy to Address Stress of Mothers with Children with Special Needs in DubaiJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSNada Abu Qaoud
07/30/2018Mindfulness Based Art Therapy (MBAT) in a Comprehensive CancerJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKathryn P. Downey
08/15/2018The Abandoned Art Project: The Benefits of Adding Altruistic Intentions to Art-making in a Self-CompassionJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCharlotte Reed
08/22/2018Using Glass Arts in an Arts-Based Mindfulness Program to Treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder in an Adolescent PopulationJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSBarbara Porter
08/28/2018The Healing Benefits of TattoosJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJessica Halferty
08/28/2018The impact of prophetic art and prayer on the healing experienceJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJan B. Saathoff
09/07/2018Creating a Trauma Narrative with an Affective Component to Treat Dissociation and Low Self-EsteemJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJohanna Mongell
09/07/2018Art Therapy, Resilience and Coping in Parent Caregivers of Children with Developmental DisabilitiesJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMarina I. Alexandrescu
09/24/2018Across the Spectrum: Using Clay as an Intervention for Reducing Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety in Adults on the SpectrumJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSSamantha Belt
09/26/2018Exploring grief, development and attachment: How parental addiction alters the grief processJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKaitlyn Puskarich
10/03/2018The Effects of Medical Art Therapy through Self-Exploration with Adult Cancer Patients: Reducing DistressJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSStephanie Reyes
12/01/2018Art Therapy, Stress, and Mental HealthJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKaitlyn Harden
12/18/2018The Role of Circus Arts in Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSRay Greig
01/07/2019Coping in Performers of the Literary Arts CircuitJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSTalia Scott
01/16/2019Improving the Lives of Older Adults through Community Building with ArtRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSTracy Reff
01/16/2019Reclaiming the Urban Landscape: Community-Based Art Therapy for Inner-City AdolescentsJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMarissa Biswabic
01/23/2019Increasing self-esteem in adult women through a group art therapy and media literacy approachJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJanet Brown
01/23/2019Funding college and university band programsJennie Mitchell, Ph.D., Emeritus ProfessorHayley Drewyor Voorhees
01/24/2019“Identity and the Writing Center Recruitment Process”Dr. Rachel Herzl-Betz, External Researcher 
01/24/2019A Heuristic Study on the Effects of Art Therapy and Essential Oil Diffuser for Treating Anxiety SymptomsRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSDanielle Araos
01/28/2019Group Art Therapy: Emotional Support for Women with CancerJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSNicole Fenech
01/28/2019The Impact of Music & Memory on the Implementation of Music Therapy ServicesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCJessica Josefczyk
02/02/2019Personal Art Making, Journal Writing, and Dream Reflections for Personal Growth, Creativity, and Self-EsteemJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJulianna Watkins
02/14/2019The Effects of Providing an Arts-based Support Group for College Students who experience Anxiety.Rebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSNaomi Nothdurft-Moeller
02/14/2019Method Comparison of the Career Coloring Sheet and the Self-Directed Search: (SDS): Interchangeability and Non-Inferiority of a Visual Art-Based Psychological Assessment Instrument.Janet Clark, Ph.D.Linda Rumpf
02/19/2019How do peak experiences impact music therapistsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCJames Danna
02/19/2019Preparing for the future: A description of client music preferences and musical preparedness of music therapistsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCNathan Mensah
02/19/2019Musician, Heal Thyself: Constructing the Meaning of Music Wellness as a Professional Experience of Music TherapistsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCBeth Yoder, MT-BC
02/19/2019To Share or not to Share: Music Therapists’ Perceptions of Social Media PracticesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCVictoria Culp Smith
02/20/2019Art Therapy in Schools: Adolescent Stress ReductionRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSKami Land
02/20/2019Music Therapist’s Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care: A Qualitative ExplorationTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCChelsea Mabes
02/22/2019Greater Than the Highs and Lows: Increasing Resiliency Through Visual NarrativeRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSKim Wooten
02/22/2019The Role of Music in Combat Experiences of OEF/OIF VeteransTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCKrystine N. Smith
02/26/2019Perception of Music Therapy Among Peer Professionals in a  Continuing Care Retirement CommunityTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCLucretia B. Collins
04/15/2019A Heuristic Study on the Effects of Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder through Assemblage Art MakingJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSElisabeth A. Drewry
04/25/2019Exploring the Role of Art Therapy to Reduce Shame in Adolescents in Treatment for Substance Use DisordersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCourtney Chandler
05/03/2019Facilitating Change: The Role of the Art Therapist in Serving the Foster Child-Foster Parent RelationshipJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSMegan Hedges
05/03/2019Using an Art Therapy Antecedent Intervention to Improve Behavior of a Child with Autism in Group ActivitiesJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAngie Bongratz
06/28/2019The role of overheard speech in the ambient verbal environments of young childrenChristine DeInatDouglas Sperry

Research 2017-2018

DateTitle of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorCo-Investigator
7/6/2017Flow State with Parkinson’s Disease Patients: The Effects of Art Therapy and Pain ManagementJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleySarah Mrozinski
7/17/2017The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Music Therapy in New Orleans: A Descriptive StudyTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCJohanna Dempre
7/26/2017The Use of Therapeutic Crochet to Reduce Stress in Care ProvidersJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Dr. Carrie EzellErin McSorely
7/29/2017The Compassion ProjectLiza Hyatt 
8/2/2017Motivating Achievement, Success, and Well-being in Long-Term Forensic Clients Preparing for Transition into the Community: Skill Identification through Trioing and Art MakingJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyWhitney Perdun
8/2/2017A Heuristic and Art Based Study of a Student Art Therapist’s Shared GriefJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATDeanna Taylor
8/2/2017Creativity: Art as a Way of LearningJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATRachael Maly
8/9/2017Examining the Use of Scrapbooking with Adults or Older Adults that Experience Memory Recall Problems or Who Have Been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and/or DementiaJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATCaitlyn LaChute
8/9/2017Art Therapy and Autism: Utilizing Art and a Developmental Approachto Help Regulate, Engage, and CommunicateJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia Grajkowski, LPC-AT/S, LMFT, ATR-BCTanya Shteinfeld
8/12/2017Alleviating Burnout in Educators Through the Use of Art Therapy InterventionJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATHati Munetsi
8/28/2017Visual Prayer Journaling for Christian Care Professionals: A New Self-Care Intervention ModelJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATSarah Woolley
8/28/2017Promoting Resilience in Older Adults with Dementia through the use of Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia Grajkowski, LPC-AT/S, LMFT, ATR-BCLaura Seipel
8/28/2017What Type of Mandala Making Helps Graduate Students with Anxiety?Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATMyra Velazquez
8/29/2017Tattoo Acquisition and the Resolution of Childhood TraumaJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia Grajkowski, LPC-AT/S, LMFT, ATR-BCMcClosky-Styka
8/29/2017Creative Expression of Grief in Adults with DementiaJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia Grajkowski, LPC-AT/S, LMFT, ATR-BCCassandra Sroka
8/31/2017The Implementation of an Art Therapy Group to Reduce Teacher Stress-Related SymptomsJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Dr. Carrie EzellGlory Soto-Marcellini
9/6/2017Substance use: Art reflecting the stage of changeJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATNancy Angelovich Laudenslager
9/11/2017Altered Book Making as a Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Adults Diagnosed with Mental Illness at an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital: A Phenomenological StudyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia Grajkowski, LPC-AT/S, LMFT, ATR-BCNina Ayala
9/18/2017Stream of Consciousness Drawing: Treatment for Individuals Living with SchizophreniaJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Mary Ellen HluskaGrayson Bowen
10/14/2017The Benefits of Using Art Therapy in Correctional SettingsJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL , Dr. Carrie EzellDeborah Burrell
11/01/2017A Heuristic Study on the effects of Mindfulness and Art Therapy on Stress Management while Working in a Pediatric Care Facility.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan Ridley, PhD, CPRP, CPS, ADC, REATSarita Miles
11/06/2017The Effect of Individual Music Therapy on Whole-Person Care in Adult Inpatient RehabilitationTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCJonathan Tang
02/23/2018Parents’ Experiences of Music Therapy with Pediatric Palliative Care PatientsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCKayla Patricia Zuckerman
03/12/2018Voices of Life: The Impact of Music Therapy on the Relationship of Couples During PostpartumTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCSherry L. Binversie
03/19/2018Flow State in At-Risk Youth During Group Music Therapy Improvisation: An Exploratory StudyTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BC
03/26/2018Listening to All of the Words? An Examination of Young Language Learners Attention to Overheard Speech in Everyday Family ConversationDouglas E. Sperry, Ph.D. 
03/26/2018Music Therapy and Unhoused Persons: Music Therapists’ Perspectives of Outcomes and EffectivenessTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCKatie Lahue
03/27/2018Factors that influence music therapy inclusion in adolescent residential treatment in UtahTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCMary Whyte
05/18/2018Music Therapists’ Perceptions of Common Practices Targeting Literacy in Children with Autism Using AAC DevicesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCCaroline Smith
05/21/2018A Comparison of the Expressive Therapies Continuum (ETC) and the Graphic Narrative in the Treatment of Trauma SymptomsJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKimberly McGhee
05/22/2018Caring for the caregiver: The effect of music therapy groups on stress of parents of children with disabilitiesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCAbigail Erdman
05/24/2018Gaining Insight Through Self-Portraiture: A Mixed Methods Study on Contour Mirror-Image DrawingRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSJordan C. Conner
05/29/2018Secondary and Vicarious Trauma in Art TherapistsRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSLaura Bauder
05/29/2018Combining Nature-Based Therapy and Art Therapy among Adolescents
with Depression and Anxiety
Jill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSJoan McGarry
06/01/2018Reduce Caregiver Burnout Through the Use of ArtJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAmi Fair
06/05/2018The Attraction of Art Materials versus Disgust in Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSCaitlin Crisp
06/19/2018Cumulative Micro Trauma: Increasing Positive Self-Worth through Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAlisha Bavin
06/19/2018Group art therapy with nursing home residents with dementia: Qualitative case studies.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSLaura Rickles
06/19/2018A Pilot Case Study: Enhancing Self-Worth through Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy In Treatment for Women with Eating DisordersRebecca D. Miller, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, CCLSMelissa Root
06/20/2018Exploring the Effects of Response Art: A Heuristic StudyJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSKourtney St.Clair
06/20/2018Body-Mind-Spirit Art Therapy Intervention for Stress Reduction in Fire Fighter SpousesJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAndrea Sutrick
06/21/2018Air Force Chaplain Corps Activity Reporting System and Servant LeadershipDr. Jennie Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA/CMA (inactive/retired)Lorrie Dyer
06/28/2018Puppetry in Art Therapy to Increase Prosocial Behaviors in Head Start PreschoolersJill McNutt, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, ATCSAnne Zakaras

Research 2016-2017

DateTitle of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorCo-Investigator
7/10/2016The Bird’s Nest Drawing: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological InquiryJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyMelissa Muttiah
7/13/2016Art therapy assessment and the EJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyDiana Escobedo
7/13/2016The title of the investigative research paper is, “Non-biological parental influence on foster youth outcomes.”Jennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAAmy Munguia
7/25/2016Words as Pictures: Where Art and American Sign Language (ASL) ConvergeJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Joan Phillips Ph.D.Leslie Bluto
8/12/2016Open Studio Art Therapy: A Participatory StudyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Joan Phillips Ph.D.Leah Kennett Ourso
8/30/2016Theatrical Makeup as an Alternative Medium For Mask Making in Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyDiann Mahoney
9/7/2016Community Arts Impact on Empathy and ResiliencyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia H. Grajkowski, ATR-BC, LPC-AT/S, LMFTMegan Mitts
9/15/2016Exploring the Use of Art with a United Nations Combat Survivor diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain InjuryJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia H. Grajkowski, ATR-BC, LPC-AT/S, LMFTJamie Manko
9/21/2016The Value of Art Therapy Education to the Field of Social WorkJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyAlba Reynoso
9/26/2016The role of responsive art-making in the treatment of trauma-related disordersJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyCheryl Childers
10/24/2016Thank you for your service: What veterans want civilians to understand and implications for therapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyLeslie Williams
11/16/2016‘Having Our Say’ Participatory Action Research, Photography and the Jewish American Teenagers Experience in Israel.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Joan Phillips Ph.D.Miles Reading
11/30/2016Decreasing stress for chemotherapy patients through the process of coloring a mandalaJill McNutt Ph. D., ATR-BC, Mary Ellen Hluska, PhD, ATR-BC, LCPATAbigail Marsh
11/30/2016An Assessment of Creative Arts Therapy Masters Students’ Qualifications to Implement Gay-Affirmative Therapy Shelby Coyle
12/19/2016Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the ClassroomJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAJenn Kersey
12/28/2016Perceived Benefits of LGBTQ-Friendly HRM Policies by EmployeesLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D., M.B.A., MSLisa Thatcher
1/3/2017Nonprofit Professionals: Continuing Education SurveyJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAJillian Henry
1/4/2017Parental School PreferencesJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMADevin Blankenship
1/5/2017Creating a Succession PlanJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAEmilee M. Roberts
1/19/2017Translation and Interpretation ServicesJamie McCracken, Ph.D.Valerie Sperka
3/20/2017Re-Shaping Body Image: Tape Sculpture as Arts Based Social JusticeLaura Teoli, MS ATR-BC, LPC 
4/20/2017A Descriptive Analysis of Personal Therapy for Music Therapists: Current TrendsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCAshley Newbrough
4/20/2017The effects of Music Therapist Designed Listening Program on Intraoperative VitrectomyTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCDana Kim
4/21/2017Competency Restoration Through Studio Recording: A Client’s Journey of Education and ExpressionTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCBrandon Mace
5/9/2017Building on Strengths: An Art Therapy Program for an Acquired Brain Injury Survivor.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyAnita Klingenberg
5/9/2017Mosaic Art in Art TherapyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyJessica Maxson
5/22/2017The Benefits of Coloring Mandalas with the Older Adult Population.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyKatie Black
5/26/2017Another One Bites the Dust: Mandala Intervention to Soothe and Reduce Compassion Fatigue.Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyKathryn Morgan
5/26/2017The use of Visual Journaling in Reduction of Depression and Anxiety with a Veteran diagnosed with combat related PTSDJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Dr. Carrie EzellNicolas C. Tate
5/30/2017Evaluating Levels of Understanding, Knowledge, and Interest in using Art Therapy as a Form of Self-care in Undergraduate College Students and FacultyJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleySamantha Snowden
6/6/2017Can Forgiveness and Self-worth be Increased by Making Mosaics?Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Dr. Carrie EzellNicole Sabata
6/6/2017A Survey Approach: The Use of Art Therapy with Chronic Illness PopulationsJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyKayla Gardner
6/7/2017The reduction of compulsive eating episode with the use of art journaling and self-portraitureJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Dr. Carrie EzellMary Rozetta Faith
6/9/2017Developing an Online Instructor Certification Course at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods CollegeJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAStacey McCracken
6/9/2017What is the effectiveness of 21st Century Community Learning Center Programs?Jennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMABrigitte Gurden
6/12/2017Investigating Media Properties in Art TherapyLisa D. Hinz, Ph.D., ATR-BC, Kathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSW, Jill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL 
6/25/2017Art in the Corporate Workplace: Understanding the Need for Art to Promote Self-Care and Reduce Stress in Corporate Wellness ProgramsJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Susan RidleyTracy Weitkamp
6/27/2017Stacking the Deck: Self-Care for Art Therapists with Chronic Mental IllnessJill McNutt, Ph.D., MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL, Patricia H. GrajkowskiStephanie A. Wray
6/29/2017Facilitating Self- Care for MSW Students Could an App be the Answer?Jennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMA, Dr. Kathy LayJoan Rangel

Research 2015-2016

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
08/12/2015Found Objects Sculpture: A Therapeutic Art Invention for Grief and LossJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLCarrie Peed
08/21/2015Integrating Humor with Art Therapy: An Approach for Effective Coping SkillsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDee Ann Grand
08/21/2015Cutting and Constructing for Clarity and Connection: A Mixed-Methods, Arts-based Hermeneutic exploration of CountertransferenceJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMerilee K. Minshew
08/31/2015Post-Katrina New Orleans and the Need for Extended Disaster Mental HealthJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDixie Moore
08/31/2015The Value of Art Therapy in Schools: Collation by Triangulation of Stakeholder’s SurveyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMallory Eudy Schellhorn
09/04/2015The Evolving Identity of Art Therapists: A Survey (amendment)Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLShelby Perdue
11/09/2015Using Art Therapy with High-Risk Antenatal Patients within an Obstetrics Inpatient UnitJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLSamantha Drum
12/10/2015Document Imaging is Essential for the Higher Education AdministrationLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Wilson Turner
12/10/2015Comparison of National Trend Data and Mid America Transplant regarding Common Misconceptions and education Surrounding Organ DonationLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Nicole Kellen
12/16/2015After School Tutoring Program for Northeast School CorporationJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMALisa Swaby
12/17/2015Evaluation of a Tiered Dues Structure for the Terre Haute Chamber of CommerceSusan DeckerKristin Craig
12/27/2015Document Management System Assessment SurveyJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAKelli Russell
12/28/2015Employee RetentionJennie L. Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMAAngela Elaine Brown
01/05/2016The Effect of Post-Traumatic Disorder in Fire ServiceLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Kourtney Cochran
01/07/2016Managing Millennials: Influencing Factors on Millennial Retention within the WorkplaceLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Katherine Rogers
01/21/2016Feasibility Research: Community Visual Art Instruction and Leadership Tools for TeensSusan DeckerAngela Appleberry
02/09/2016The development of professional identity in music therapy: Interviews with influential voicesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCMegan Brewer
02/22/2016Music Therapy-Based Social Skills Enhancement for Adolescents and Young Adults with Autism: A Pilot StudyTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCAmy Hemenway
02/26/2016Caseloads of Music Therapists: A Descriptive AnalysisTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCTonya Jackson
03/09/2016Music-descriptive Language in Music Therapy Clinical Documentation: Current Practices and PerspectivesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCJulia Lopez-Kaley
03/09/2016A narrative exploration of the music therapist’s experience of patient voice in hospiceTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCCathleen Flynn

Research 2014-2015

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
08/14/2014A Qualitative Study of House-Tree-Person Drawings and Their Relationship to the Experience of Attachment in School-Age ChildrenJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLAshley Gilbert
08/21/2014Assessing the use of Art Therapy Group to Educate Primary Caregivers & Children with a Deployed Parent/Spouse on Coping skills and CommunicationJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLRachel Hornickel
10/02/2014Therapeutic Implications of using a Monotype ProcessJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJessica Shanaberger
10/07/2014“Evaluation of art therapy program offered through the Epilepsy Foundation of South Eastern Wisconsin”Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRL 
10/20/2014“Follow up survey on “Experiencing the Healing Aspects of Art Therapy: Using the Expressive Therapies Continuum as a Guide to Therapist Self-Care,” workshop presented at the Buckeye Art Therapy Association Symposium, September 15, 2014”Lisa D. Hinz, Ph. D. ATR, Faculty 
10/20/2014Exploration of Digital Art Therapy as an Effective Tool for Cancer Pain ManagementJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLChristine Dailey
10/20/2014I Am Not My Illness: Wellness Identity Development for Individuals Diagnosed With SchizophreniaJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLRachel J. Murphy
12/22/2014Bridging the Gap: Preparing Tutorials for Students in Financial ManagementJennie Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMA Holly N. Jaeger
01/16/2015Survey of M.Ed. Graduates & potential education graduate studentsJennie Mitchell, Ph.D., CPA, CMA 
02/17/2015Challenges in Music Therapy Undergraduate Education: Narratives from the Front LinesTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCKimberly Lloyd
02/17/2015Group Music Therapy in an Acute Mental Health Facility: A Reflection and Strategy of Clinical PracticeTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCLauren Stoner
02/26/2015Supervision and Learning Needs of Music Therapy Interns in the Pediatric Medical Setting: An Inquiry of SupervisorsTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCElizabeth Klinger
04/09/2015A Phenomenological Inquiry into Music Therapists Experiences with Clients with Eating DisordersTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCKatelyn Rotuno
04/17/2015The Image ofCountertransference on the Art Therapist: Self-Awareness and Management Using Response ArtJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLRhonda Snitker
04/23/2015Using art therapy dream analysis as a self-care practice for nursesJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLSusan Riedl
05/04/2015Reducing Stress and Improving Coping Skills in Children with Emotional DisturbancesJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJashley Boatwright
05/04/2015A Heuristic Arts-based Study on Adult Adoptee Art Therapy Rites and RitualsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMerri Isom
05/04/2015Finding a piece of the puzzle: Case studies on the development of social skills through improvisation while using an intensive treatment modelTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCElizabeth Deyermond
05/21/2015Investigation of Social Class Differences in Language Use Across Five American CommunitiesDouglas Sperry, Ph.D. 
06/03/2015The Message of Empowerment: Using Murals to Address the Effects of PovertyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLBianca Benson
06/03/2015Using Clay Work to Help At-Risk Children Regulate EmotionsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLGail Gercke
06/10/2015The Shadow Side of Entertaining: Performance Anxiety and an Art Therapy InterventionJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLTakenya White
06/21/2015Creating Transitional Teamwork amongst Five Generations in the 21st Century WorkplaceLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Wende Standefer
06/24/2015Pilot SMWC MLD Web Portal—Connecting MLD GraduatesSusan DeckerLee Ann Knapp
06/24/2015Memory Book: A Journey of HealingJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLTina Williams
06/26/2015Leadership without Borders: Democratizing the MLD ProgramLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Brittney Jordan
07/03/2015Effects of Ageism on Self-Portrait Expressions and Appreciation of Self-Worth in the Geriatric PopulationJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLKathryn Medford
07/03/2015Effects of Ageism on Self-Portrait Expressions and Appreciation of Self-Worth in the Geriatric PopulationJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMichelle Walkey-Thornburg
07/16/2015Woods R3: Re-unite, Re-connect, Re-build.Kathy GotshallRachel Leslie
07/16/2015Outcomes in Art and Verbal Therapies: A Comparative Study Seeking Data Relevant to LicensureJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMeghan Havlin
07/16/2015The Evolving Identity of Art Therapists: A SurveyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLShelby Perdue
07/23/2015Art and Autism: Utilizing Art to Increase Mirroring Ability, Attention Skills, and Play Interaction of an Autistic ChildJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLKatie Zuehlke
7/27/2015A Daily Scribble Drawing as a Meditation Practice – A Heuristic StudyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJ. Sam Erwin, MS
07/30/2015Improving Behavioral Problems in an Adolescent by Creating ArtJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLCindy Lee Lopez
07/30/2015Therapeutic Communication: The Benefits of Building a Therapeutic Relationship with Heiskell Individuals on the Autism Spectrum through Meta-Verbal ProcessesJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLCandice Heiskell

Research 2013-2014

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
08/28/2013The Cultivation of an Art Therapy CommunityJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLCourtney Powers
09/24/2013College Retention Connections with Multiple influencing FactorsJamie McCracken 
09/25/2013Using the Diagnostic Drawing Series as a Means of Identifying Graphic Indicators of Suicidal IdeationJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLStacy Sheer
11/22/2013Using Spring Forest Qigong as an Adjunct to Art Therapy to Elevate Mood in Older AdultsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLEllen Jane Montgomery
12/19/2013Expansion of Annunciation SchoolChris Hudson, Ph.D.Ryan Keller
12/29/2013Collaborative Learning, Can We All Just Get Along?Chris Hudson, Ph.D.Tiffany Soeurt
01/08/2014Students with Chronic Illnesses: A study of the collaboration of parents and teachers.Chris Hudson, Ph.D.Tonia Babb
01/26/2014Integrated Point of Sale ModuleJennie Mitchel, Ph.D., CPA, CMAAmy Pitstick
02/20/2014The Role of Music Therapy in Treating Older Adults with Depression in Long-Term Care: A Pilot Study.Tracy Richardson, Ph.D.Mu-Hua Yu
02/28/2014Integration of music therapy and child life interventions: A descriptive study.Tracy Richardson, Ph.D.Vanessa Talbott
03/06/2014The Role of Music Therapy in the Relationship between one with Alzheimer’s Disease and the Family Caregiver: A Case StudyTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Laura Roberts
03/21/2014Zine Making: A Creative Approach to Participatory Action Research (PAR) with LGBTQ Youth.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMichelle Miller
03/27/2014Diagnostic Drawing Series and Eating Disorders.Amanda Bechtel 
03/31/2014The Effects of Art Therapy on Dementia Associated with Alzheimer’s Disease.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDebra Curry
04/10/2014The Experience of a Music Therapy-Yoga Therapy Wellness Program: An Embodied Phenomenological ApproachTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Nicole Edwards
04/22/2014The role of music therapy to support the reintegration process of offendersTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Regina Moreno
05/13/2014Using an Altered Puzzle Art Procedure to Explore Reconstructed Identity through Spiritual Awareness in Substance Abuse Recovery: A Heuristic Art-Based InquiryJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDebra Bucks
05/13/2014Doll Making Techniques and Media in Art TherapyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDarlene Green
05/14/2014Art Therapy: A Strengths-Based Approach Improving Adolescents’ Self-Identity and Post-High School Decision-Making Skills.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJane Hintz
05/14/2014Group Art Therapy, Breast Cancer, and Doll MakingJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLDiane Morgan Mahoney
05/19/2014Using Mandalas to Enhance Spiritual Connection in Women with Substance DependenceJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLLinda Ziert
05/19/2014Investigating Media Properties in Art TherapyJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLLisa Hinz
05/28/2014Autistic Youth: Using Art Therapy to increase Social SkillsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLTandy Hale
05/28/2014The Effects of Using the Nintendo Wii Fit Plus on Improving Balance in Older AdultsDave Grabowski, Ph.D.Ashley Tibbett
05/29/2014Creativity and Critical Thinking: Assessing the Impact of Creativity on Critical Thinking Skills in ChildhoodJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLShani Bell
05/29/2014The Origami Wish Tree: The Impact of Art therapy Using Origami with Cancer SurvivorsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJoann Lundberg
06/02/2014Spiritual Struggle and Religious Dimensions: Heuristic Study of an Art Therapy Spirituality ProtocolJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLWendy Bachmeier
06/02/2014A phenomenological study on how art therapy impacts self-esteem and resiliency in homeless adults.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLSherry Grayson
06/03/2014Clinical Use of Graffiti with Adjudicated AdolescentsJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJessica Mathews
06/11/2014Conjoint Artmaking as a Communication Tool for Couples Experiencing InfertilityJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLMary Ann Maloy
06/11/2014The Meaning/Experience of an Original Lullaby for Parents of Hospitalized Infants.Tracy Richardson, Ph.D.Amanda Maestro-Scherer
06/13/2014The impact of attendance on academic achievement in secondary schoolsLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Anne Marie Milligan
06/24/2014A Heuristic Arts-based Study on the Impact of Long-term and Late Effects of Cancer on Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLLisa Kolodziej
06/24/2014Expressive Therapies Continuum of Art Therapy: Reduction of Aggression in Residential Adolescent Population with Attachment Disorders.Jill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLJohn Rud
07/11/2014Understanding the Impact of Gender-Specific Health InitiativesLamprini Pantazi, Ph.D.Carolyne Holcomb
07/27/2014A Qualitative Study of the House-Tree-Person Assessment and Its Relationship to the Experience of Attachment in School-Age ChildrenJill McNutt, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, ATRLAshley Gilbert

Research 2012-2013

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
6/4/2012Self-Care of Hospice Music Therapists: A Phenomenological InquiryTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Brittany Scheer
9/26/2012Worry Canvases: The Effectiveness of Combining the Expressive Therapies Continuum with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the Treatment of Anxiety DisordersRachel Star, Ph.D.Maria Riccardi
10/2/2012Moby Math and Standardized Test ScoresRachel Star, Ph.D.Whitney King
10/2/2012An Empirical Pilot Study on Career Best-fit Decisions Based on the Holland Themes of Personality and Environment Using the Environment and Personality Imagery Card SortJill McNuttKaren Anderson-Fignon
10/10/2012The Use of Art Therapy in Developing Healthy, Alternative Coping Skills in Women in Treatment for Substance AbuseJill McNuttTimberlee Myers
10/10/2012Reducing the Tendency to Guess at Words through Phonics-based InstructionRachel Star, Ph.D.Kimberly Yocum
10/14/2012Developing Problem Solving Skills through Studio Thinking Framework in Visual Arts EducationRachel Star, Ph.D.Brittney Nees
10/15/2012The Effects of Frayer Model Vocabulary Strategies on Reading ComprehensionRachel Star, Ph.D.Stacie Tabler
10/17/2012Does Reviewing Mathematics Terms Increase Students’ Scores?Rachel Star, Ph.D.Jose Valle
10/17/2012How is Creative Writing Taught? Approaches to Creative Writing on the Post-Secondary LevelRachel Star, Ph.D.Julie Young
10/17/2012Teaching Surgical Students with Case-Based LearningRachel Star, Ph.D.Lyla Etchison
10/17/2012The Effects of CAMS & STAMS Interventions on Students’ Basic Math SkillsRachel Star, Ph.D.Josef Dicken
10/17/2012Thinking Critically about TextRachel Star, Ph.D.Rhonda Brandt
10/17/2012Tootling: A Positive Behavior ProgramRachel Star, Ph.D.Valerie Grumieaux
10/23/2012Increasing Self-Esteem in Children from Violent Homes: An Art-Based Psycho-Educational ApproachJill McNuttKathryn Hansen
10/24/2012Spirituality in the Workplace: Scale Development & ValidationUday Shinde, Md 
11/6/2012Students Understanding of File Folder Games and ActivitiesRachel Star, Ph.D.Michelle Mills-Thompson
11/8/2012Claiming and Embracing Our Spirit: The Relationship Between Spirituality, Internalized Homophobia, and Self-Identity within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning/Queer (LGBTQ) CommunityJill McNuttDiane M. McKnight
11/26/2012Perceptions of Homework from Teachers, Parents and StudentsRachel Star, Ph.D.Jane Samarripa-Mosier
3/6/2013Stories of experiences: Military spouses share their music therapy experiencesTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Corinne Richards
3/9/2013Music Therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy in End of Life CareTracy Richardson, Ph. D.Sharon Alery
4/18/2013Music Therapy with Adolescents in Psychiatric Treatment Who Have Histories of Loss: A Thematic Analysis of Session ContentTracy Richardson, Ph.D.Jennifer Seley

Research 2011-2012

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
10/18/2011Does ‘Purposeful Play’ Improve Early Childhood Gross Motor Skills?Rachel Star, Ph.D. M.Ed.Erin Mooney
10/18/2011Does the California Career Zone website motivate students with learning disabilities to choose a career which best fits their needs, personalities, and work value?Rachel Star, Ph.D. M.Ed.Sherry Weberding
10/24/2011Using Art Therapy to Raise the Self-Esteem of Clients in Residential Treatment for Substance Abuse: The Comparative Differences Between Men and WomenKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWLinda Sweeney
10/26/2011Does a tangible reward system have a greater impact on student behavior than a praise system?Rachel Star, Ph.D. M.Ed.Shiela Grant
10/27/2011“Vocabulary Boot Camp” – A Systematic and Regular Approach To Teaching VocabularyRachel Star, Ph.D. M.Ed.Michael Williams
10/28/2011Mandala Drawing: Facilitating Creative Growth in Adults with Thought Disorders: Can Mandala Intervention be effective in people suffering with incongruence of thought?”Kathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWAnna Sandoval
11/14/2011Do Teachers Attitudes Toward Students with Special Needs Influence the Students’ Perception of the Teacher in the Classroom?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Kathryn Ilene Vickers Rea
12/01/2011Differences in the Biomechanics ofWindmill Pitching in Amateur Youth and College Level Pitchers.”B.R. Ramachandran, Ph.D.Science & Mathematics Dept.Leah Miller
12/01/2011An Art-Based Inquiry into the Presence of Resiliency in the Open Studio ProcessKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWDawn Nuding
12/07/2011Does Praise Encourage Positive Behaviors in 3-5 Year Old children With A Mental Health Diagnosis?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Tris Decker
1/25/2012How Does Use Of An Interactive White Board Affect Student Engagement and Assessment?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Justina Benjamin
1/27/2012Does the use of re-seeing improve high school student attitudes toward biology?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Bridget Ireland
1/27/2012Are the “tried and true” study strategies such as flash cards and study guides effective if given a “new technological” twist?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Estelle M. Britner
1/27/2012Will Read Naturally Increase DIBELS and Lexile Scores for Struggling Readers?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Micah Hay
1/30/2012What are the Effects of Learning Test-taking Strategies and Study Skills on Daily Work and Test Scores?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Corrina Tally
1/30/2012Does using ActivExpressions increase student engagement?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Dana Loudermilk
1/30/2012Will using the methods of coin antennas and sorting/matching coins help special education students learn the worth and identification of each coin?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Kea Silcock
1/30/2012Will the consistent use of Read Naturally Live increase reading comprehension?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Lacey Stone
1/30/2012Does the use of vocabulary notebooks increase student acquisition and retention of vocabulary words?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Robin Thoma
1/31/2012Will using a scale degree numerical system to first graders be a successful method to teach and retain sight singing skills?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Alison West
1/31/2012Will the use of literacy centers show an improvement in kindergarten students’ early reading skills?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Allyson Wegner
1/31/2012Will the consistent use of Read Naturally Live increase reading fluency and comprehension?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Madison Minnick
1/31/2012Will Learning Centers Help Elementary Students with Nonfiction Text Comprehension?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Rebecca Jeffers
1/31/2012Using Art Therapy as an Intervention to Help Decrease Aggressive Behaviors in School Age Children in a School Setting.Kathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWSara Sharp
2/3/2012Will using the C.D. and book Multiplication by Twin Sisters Productions for five to ten minutes a day help the students learn basic multiplication facts?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Anna Berry
2/7/2012Will the use of introductory video clips improve student motivation in a United States History class?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Joshua A. Trout
2/7/2012Do using graphic organizers help English 11 students remember SAT vocabulary words and definitions on their test?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Mary P Speckman
2/7/2012Discovering Expression, Communication, and Interaction through Improvisational Music Therapy: Experiences of a Client with Profound Intellectual Disability.Tracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCMichael J. Stavoli
2/15/2012How does the use of Scholastic’s “Navigating Nonfiction” impact student comprehension of nonfiction text?Beth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.Amy Hardey
2/22/2012Do positive phone calls home for students in low socio-economic classrooms impact classroom management?Danielle HoferBeth Fajt,Ph.D., M.Ed.
2/22/2012Equine Facilitated Learning: Its Impact on Post-9/11 VeteransJackie Fischer, Ph. D.E. Campbell, J. Debish, K. Gosnell, T. Poore, K. Rosselli, A. Underwood
2/22/2012Does peer instruction and team roles increase student performance in the classroom?Rachel Star, Ph.D., M.Ed.Sasha Edwards
2/22/2012Understanding Music Therapists’ Lived Experiences of Professional Identity: A Phenomenological InquiryTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCMelinda C. Kurowski
3/29/2012The effects of music-assisted-relaxation for adolescent patients undergoing gastrointestinal procedures with anesthesia: a feasibility study.Tracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCChristina Wood
4/10/2012Self-Care for Parents of Children with AutismTracy Richardson, Ph.D., MT-BCElizabeth Engelking
4/26/2012The Effect of Music Therapy Intervention on Comfort for Pediatric Epilepsy PatientsTracy Richardson,Ph.D., MT-BCJennifer Walker
5/2/2012Group Singing and Wellness for Well-Adults: A Phenomenological InquiryTracy Richardson,Ph.D., MT-BCMegan Martin

Research 2010-2011

DateName of ResearchPrincipal InvestigatorsCo-Investigators
7/21/2010Compassion Fatigue, Burnout and Mental Health: A Survey of Music TherapistsTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCLindsey Suedkamp, MT-BC
7/27/2010The Inclusion of Information on Music Therapy Within Nursing CurriculaTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCJustine Hancock-Marsh
9/3/2010Survey to Elicit Feedback on a Poster Being Developed for the Prevention of Sexual AssaultKarola Alford, Ph.D.Courtney Shrink
9/8/2010Impact of Cross-Training on the Future of the Art Therapy Profession: A Survey of Art TherapistsKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWTiffany Palmieri
9/21/2010The Angry Child: Using the Arts to Facilitate Positive Change in Children with Severe Aggressive TendenciesKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWLindajo Haythorne
9/24/2010The Base of Support for Stability in Horseback RidingJoyce Cadwallader, Ph.D.Lauren Broderick
9/30/2010Reflection Cards: An Art Therapy Study with Recent WidowsKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWTeresa Gregory
9/30/2010Survey of Sustainable Food Habits for Terre Haute ResidentsDanielle Greer, Ph.D. 
10/05/2010Proposed Amendment to Vigo County’s Clean Air OrdinanceKathryn Myers, M.S.Thia Flinn
10/05/2010Effects of Art Therapy in Conjunction with Exercise and Deep Breathing on the Reduction of Aggression, Inattention and Impulsivity in School-Aged ChildrenKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWNatasha Jones
10/18/2010Exploration of Possible Changes in Response to Visual Stimuli of Individuals with DementiaKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWSr. Donna Olson
10/18/2010Images Created by Women Adjusting to Aging without Dementia, Stroke, or Alzheimer’s DiseaseKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWSandra Tate
12/16/2010Promoting Self-Sufficiency through Community Resources: Developing a Guide to Comprehensive Services in Clay, Putnam, and Vigo Counties in IndianaChris Hudson, Ph.D.Pamela Vicars
12/20/2010Sex Offender Reintegration vs. SegregationChristine Wilkey, MSW, LSWJennifer Dennis
12/31/2010Community Needs Assessment PlanChristine Wilkey, MSW, LSWBrandon Halleck
12/31/2010Donor Confidence, Affinity and Propensity to Give: A Look at Men and Women Alumni at Rose-HulmanChris Hudson, Ph.D.Todd LaComba
1/4/2011Veteran’s Access to Behavioral HealthcareChristine Wilkey, MSW, LSWMolley Vanopdorp
2/11/2011The Life Cycle of Images: A Positive Ethical Approach to the Art Therapy ProductLisa Hinz 
2/11/2011Music and Memory: Can Music Enhance a Student’s MemoryJanet Clark, Ph.D.Ashley McDonald
2/11/2011A Qualitative Analysis of Four Methods of Music Therapy for Well AdultsTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCRebecca Soderberg, MT-BC
2/11/2011Healthcare Administrators’ Perceptions of Music TherapyTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCRachel Sammet Maurer, MT-BC
2/18/2011Will Remediation Increase Student’s Algebra 1 End of Course Assessment Scores?Rachel Star, Ph.D.Amy Wright
2/18/2011Increasing Fluency through Great Leaps for Elementary StudentsRachel Star, Ph.D.Jessica Dicken
2/18/2011Music and Number SenseRachel Star, Ph.D.Maja Alic
2/18/2011Increasing Students’ Knowledge of the German Language through MoodleRachel Star, Ph.D.Silvia Weir
2/24/2011Self-Care and Intention: Can Undergraduate Music Therapy Majors Engage in Mindfulness?Jennifer Jones, Ph.D and Sharon Boyle 
2/24/2011The Effects of Errorless Learning and Music on Word Recall in DementiaTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCNancy Swanson
4/6/2011A Pilot Study of the Kinetic Family Drawing Comparing Children of Two Age Groups in a Residential Treatment SettingKathy Gotshall, ATR-BC, LCSWMark Koontz
4/12/2011The Effects of Music and Imagery on Burnout of Certified Nursing Assistants in Long Term CareTracy Richardson, M.S., MT-BCMelinda Sivecz