By Felicity Anne Baker, Christopher Bailey

This insightful book, written by Felicity Anne Baker and Christopher Bailey, provides a comprehensive guide for leadership and management strategies in the field of creative arts therapies. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in this field, “Leadership and Management in Creative Arts Therapies” offers valuable insights that can enhance your skills and help you succeed in your practice.

One of the key focuses of this book is project management. Baker and Bailey explain the importance of effective project management in creative arts therapies and provide practical advice on how to plan and manage projects. They also delve into the topic of budget planning and management, highlighting the significance of financial control in ensuring the success and sustainability of creative arts therapy programs.

Governance is another crucial aspect covered in this book. The authors discuss the importance of establishing a strong governance structure for creative arts therapy organizations and provide guidance on how to develop effective governance policies and procedures. They emphasize the need for accountability, transparency, and ethical decision-making in all aspects of leadership and management in creative arts therapies.

Building and managing a team is also explored in this book. The authors provide valuable tips on how to recruit and retain skilled and passionate professionals in the field. They stress the importance of creating a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters creativity and growth.

Furthermore, “Leadership and Management in Creative Arts Therapies” addresses the need for a strategic approach to recruitment. Baker and Bailey highlight the importance of aligning recruitment strategies with the mission, vision, and goals of the organization. They provide practical advice on how to attract and select candidates who are not only qualified but also share the values and principles of creative arts therapies.

In addition to these core topics, this book is unique in that it offers guidance on implementing large-scale, high-impact clinical trials in creative arts therapies. Many researchers in this field lack training and experience in this area, and this book fills that gap. Baker and Bailey outline the essential steps and considerations for designing and implementing clinical trials, including data management, monitoring, and intervention fidelity. They also provide insights into developing a statistical analysis plan to ensure accurate and meaningful results.

Another area covered in this book is the development of a dissemination plan. Baker and Bailey highlight the importance of sharing research findings with the broader community, both within and outside the field of creative arts therapies. They offer practical strategies for effectively disseminating research and emphasize the importance of open communication and collaboration.

Lastly, “Leadership and Management in Creative Arts Therapies” explores the commercialization of research. The authors discuss the potential opportunities and challenges in commercializing research outcomes and provide guidance on how to navigate this process successfully.

This book is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the field of creative arts therapies, including professionals, educators, and researchers. It offers practical guidance, insights, and strategies that can help enhance leadership and management skills and contribute to the success and growth of creative arts therapy organizations.

Order your copy of “Leadership and Management in Creative Arts Therapies” today and take your practice to new heights. Whether you are looking to enhance your project management skills, build an effective team, or design and implement clinical trials, this book has everything you need to succeed in the field of creative arts therapies.