Rocketship Introduction: adapted for art therapy use by Sara Crafton
MDV: Structured, Low complexity
ETC: Cognitive
Materials: large sheet of paper (rocketship outline may be drawn by therapist when appropriate), markers or crayons
Procedure: 1. Direct client to draw the outline of a spaceship. Explain that the client is going to take an imaginary trip to the moon. 2. Ask the client to draw 2 seats within the rocketship, and explain that he/she may take one person with him/her. Ask the client to draw him/herself and the person chosen to accompany him/her. 3. Explain to the client that he/she may take 3 favorite personal belongings on the trip. Encourage client to draw these items within the rocketship. 4. Optional processing questions might include: Would you like to take a trip to the moon? For what reasons? What would you miss when you were gone?
Rationale: Rocketship introduction offers a nonthreatening way to develop rapport with a client, learn about valued relationships, and become aware of personal attachments.
