Prospectus

Practical arts based therapy

Ø Visual Arts – Zen art with its

basis in mindfulness is a good tool

for improving sustained attention in

clients with ADHD.

Ø Music – Djembe’s (A traditional

African drum) can be used to improve

impulse control in clients suffering

from addiction.

Ø Drama and Movement – Is an excellent medium for self-expression especially with

clients suffering from mental health concerns.

The transcendent framework of Practical Arts Based Therapy (PABT) is

based in Contemporary Neuro-Cognitive Sciences and Indian Psychology.

PABT uses mediums like visual arts, music, stories, metaphors and dance

for effective therapeutic interventions.

Some examples of PABT

Therapists certified by us will be able to use multi-artistic modalities and

gain proficiency in facilitating therapeutic interventions enabling them to

achieve therapy goals and alleviate the suffering of their clients.

Students trained in Practical Arts Based Therapy will be able to use it with

Children with special needs (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy,

ADHD, Asperger’s, etc.) Children at Risk (Street children, Orphanages,

Shelter homes, etc.) Adults with mental health concerns, (addiction,

schizophrenia, depression, personality disorders, trauma, etc.)

Course rationale

A survey conducted by Neuro-Psychiatrist Dr. Chhaya Sualy in

2013 demonstrated that clients preferred Arts Based Therapy over

other models of therapy. In controlled group studies, clients who

were part of the ABT focused groups were able to develop better

emotion regulation, impulse control, balanced self-image, etc. than

their counterparts who were not part of the controlled group study.

Since 2013 we have been conducting research projects on the

Efficacy of Arts Based Therapy with adults suffering from

addiction and mental health concerns. The results overwhelmingly

indicate the efficacy of Arts Based Therapy as a treatment

modality through qualitative and quantitative methods.

The results of our research

projects has motivated us to

share this amazing therapy

model. So for the very first

time we are offering a Practical

- Arts Based Therapy (PABT)

course. In order to benefit the

therapeutic community, social

workers and caregivers it is

being presented in a systematic

easy to learn format.

For details about our research results look up (www.academia.edu)

Therapists Experience with ABT

Clients travelled the path

of recovery on Chariots of

Colours, Stories,

Metaphors and Melodies.

…Indrajit Deshmukh

Journey unlike any other, one

that opened doors to new

dimensions of

change. …Rahul Bam

ABT offers a safe space

for clients to explore and

deal with issues in a fun

way, promoting growth

and healing

…Nisrin Poonawala

Clients Experience with ABT

I got an opportunity to

share my experience

and feelings as the

atmosphere of the

sessions was fun and

light… DS

There was a sense of dignity

and openness in the whole

process and I learnt a lot

about myself and my

strengths…PA

I became creative with

my emotional

expressions and felt

freedom…KS

Certified PABT therapists will be able to:-

1. Facilitate goal oriented healing

sessions.

2. Use multi-artistic modalities for

Healing interventions.

3. Create dignified and transformative

atmosphere of recovery.

Learning Outcomes Course Methodology

1. Workshops on PABT theory,

counselling techniques and laboratory

work with multi-artistic skills.

2. Individual assignments.

3. Practical work on application of PABT.

PABT Course Details

COURSE TITLE:

Certificate Course

in Practical Arts Based Therapy

ELIGIBILITY Criteria:

For the Applicant Comprehension and reading skills in English.

Educational Qualification:

1. Post-graduation in Psychology, Social work, Humanities or Medicine

OR

Graduation in any stream (arts, commerce or science) with minimum two years of

field experience of working with special needs group.

2. The Graduation criteria will be waived for applicants having field experience of

working with special needs group for three years or more.

3. Applicant must have a clear understanding and experience of the 'pathology' of

illness/ disability/ special need population that they will be working with.

4. Inclination or passion for the art forms. Prior training or expertise in drama, music

or other art forms is NOT mandatory.

5. Aptitude for theory and research skills; comprehension in English with writing

skills in English or Hindi or Marathi.

DURATION

Over 9 months

Two workshops of 6-7 days.

Location- Pune, Maharashtra.

The rest of the period will be

practical work in one's institution.

“The Course faculty is trained

as ABT Educator with WCCL

Foundation, Pune. They have

the competency to teach ABT

after an intensive two years of

ABT Educators’ Program of

WCCL Foundation. The Course

uses WCCL Foundation’s

textbooks”.

For the Organization

Registered Organization working with

special needs group

Commitment to incorporate PABT in their

organizational processes.

1. Registration and AdmissionApplicants must submit completed application form and fees. Practical Life Skills will

send confirmation when applicant is selected

2. Pune Workshop I Seven Days workshop in Pune.

3. Pilot Project and AssignmentsThe purpose of the pilot project is to familiarize with the multi-artistic tools of PABT in

therapeutic setting.

4 . Supervision and AssessmentPABT Supervisors visit/Skype session to mentor and asses the students.

5. Pune Workshop IISix Days workshop in Pune.

6. Action Research ProjectSystematically apply PABT whilst focusing on the Therapy Goals.

Students plan and conduct PABT sessions at their organizations. The research data is

documented, analysed and presented in the form of a report.

7. Supervision and AssessmentPABT Supervisor guides and assess students' action research project.

8. Certification Students who have passed must attend the certification ceremony in Pune.

Course Design

COMPONENTSTEACHING-

LEARNINGHOURS EVALUATION

Section I:

ABT Theory and

Skills

Theory

Seminars

Skill

Laboratories

Assignments

225 Hours 50%

Learning Workshop I: 56

Hrs.

Learning Workshop II: 49

Hrs.

Assignments, A1 to A12: 120

Hrs.

Written Tests

Skill Tests

Viva Voice

Assignments

Section II:

ABT Action

Research

Practical

On-field

Supervision

150 Hours 50%

Pilot project: 30 Hrs.

Action Research project: 120

Hrs.

(includes direct client

contact and documentation)

Viva Voice

Hours done

Research

Report

Supervisor’s

Assessment

TOTAL 375 HOURS 100%

ACADEMIC DETAILS

THEORY

Section I: Wisdom

1. Removal of Suffering & Pursuit of

Happiness• Suffering

• Happiness

2. Accurate Perception or View

How Do we Know

3. Three Common Errors of Perception3.1 Seeing Permanence Where There is Impermanence

3.2 Seeing Independence Where There is Dependence

3.3 Seeing Whole, Generalizing; when all is Made of Parts

Section II: Perceiving the Self Accurately

4. New Frontiers in Study of Mind• Indian Mind Studies

5. The Self5.1 The Five Aggregates

5.2 Fifty One Mental Factors

Section III: Compassion

6. Empathy

7. Beyond Religion - Secular EthicsThe Six Paramita framework for mind training

Generosity

Discipline

Patience

Diligence

Meditation (Samadhi Paramita)

Wisdom

8. Practice Tracker

Syllabus

SKILLS

Artistic Skills: Level I

1. ABT Grids: Reference Maps to the

Arts in Therapy

2. Basics of Music: Rhythm and

Melody

3. Basics of Drama: Voice and Body

4. Basics of Visual Aesthetics: Visual

Art and Compositions

Arts Become Therapy: Artistic Skills in

Play, level II

1. Advanced Grids: Improvs and

Metaphors

2. Improvisations

3. Metaphors Basics

4. Types of Metaphor in Therapy

5. Reading and Introducing Metaphors

Therapeutic Applications

1. ABT Principles for Facilitating

Groups

2. Scope of ABT

3. Intervention Design in ABT

4. ABT Sessions and Documentation

5. Artistic Tools and Techniques in

Application

6. ABT Assessment Design

ABT Action Research Project

1. Basics of Action Research

2. Project Planning

3. Research Study Design

SECTION I: THEORY AND SKILLS

COURSE SCHEDULE, APPLICATION FORM and FEES

For details including upcoming course dates, fees and application form -

Log-on to www.plsf.org/workshops and look-up the links

'PABT Application Form' and 'PABT Course Logistics'

Or

Send-in an email to info@plsf.org with your name, contact numbers and a brief note on

your background.

• To apply, send completed application forms on info@plsf.org

• For any doubts, to clarify eligibility or any other information regarding PABT

Course, write to us at info@plsf.org or call +919766000779 (Indrajit Deshmukh)

• Visit us at – Saishaa Residency S.NO. 16/4, opp Gartech House, Balewadi, Pune.

• Admissions are processed within 8 working days after receipt of completed forms

and fees.

• PLS reserves the right to select and reject applicants

SECTION II: PRACTICAL

Action Research Project (Practical)

1. Pilot Project Sessions (direct client contact)

2. Pilot Project Documentation

3. Action Research Design and Plan

4. Action Research Implementation (direct client contact)

5. Action Research Documentation

6. Research Report ASSESSMENT:

Written papers, Viva Voice

& Assignments for Concept

and Skill testing: 50%;

Action Research Project

including research report,

Supervision and feedback:

50%;

About Us

Practical Life Skills is a Neuro-Psychiatry Research and Wellness

center that empowers people with addiction and mental health

concerns towards complete recovery. It’s a government approved

mental health facility. (License No. 169/2015)

Our holistic programs based on Indian Psychology and Neuro-

Psychiatry are facilitated by a multi-disciplinary team of Neuro-

Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, Arts Based Therapists,

Researchers and Peer Educators.

Our In-Patient facility in Baner, Pune has been the hub of

innovative research and implementation of a new recovery

program based on the Six Paramitas (Six Perfections).

We have partnered with the State Reserve

Police Force, Psychology Departments of

several city colleges and several schools

to facilitate community development and

drug awareness programs. Through our

NGO “Santulan” (License No. Maha.

1555/2011/Pune) we provide free

residential treatment programs to street

addicts and clients from low income

families.

“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put

into giving”… Mother Teresa

Indrajit Deshmukh is the founder director of Practical Life Skills Farm a neuro-

psychiatry research and wellness center and has been working in the field of de-

addiction and mental health for over a decade. A qualified Hypnotherapist and NLP

practitioner along with a master level in Buddhist Psychology and Ethics. He is a

certified ABT practitioner from WCCLF and over the years has conducted ABT

introductory sessions in many leading educational institutes in Maharashtra.

He has conducted numerous training programs for the Maharashtra Police, State

Reserve Police Force at Daund and Pune. Educational Sessions for nursing students at

Bharthi Vidyapeeth. Drug awareness sessions at Shri Balaji Society College, Fergusson

College, Symbiosis Institute, FLAME, etc. Peer education seminars for teachers at

various schools in Pune.

He is the founder director of Santulan which is the only NGO providing free residential

de-addiction and vocational rehabilitation programs in the whole of India. He currently

spearheads many awareness programs and community empowerment programs in

Maharashtra. He is also a resource person for other NGO’s who work in the field of

HIV - AIDS, and Suicide Prevention.

Indrajit is also an active member of the “Rehab Owners Association” who are working

towards inculcating standardized practices in therapeutic intervention in De-Addiction

centers.

Faculty