![]() Spiritual teacher, Byron Katie writes, “Defense is an act of war”. It is our intention to stand for what we are for, rather than what we are against, and to follow the feminine principle of embracing instead of dividing. We are choosing to ride above this wave of polarization and divisiveness in our field. Amidst the controversy with AATA and Karen Pence, we would like to offer honesty and transparency in how we operate in this community. We realize the recent turmoil of decisions made within AATA, has affected art therapists across the country. While doing so, we intend to create an inclusive environment, promoting social activism and public advocacy for the populations we serve. We are choosing to focus on guiding Pence’s initiative with appropriate information about the field of Art Therapy. The New Mexico Art Therapy Association has many hopes and goals to serve our community here in New Mexico. ![]() We understand that these are two separate entities and we value our credentials. ![]() ![]() With the AATA as our parent organization, NMATA is obliged to accept this decision. NMATA would like to respond currently to the ongoing concerns, involving Second Lady Pence’s choice to make art therapy her signature cause and AATA’s choice not to reject her advocacy. Public Statement from NMATA Board March 2019 ![]()
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