I have been a registered art therapist for 23 years and it has been a fight to educate others about ethical practices in our field. I am also a licensed professional therapist because art therapy is not billable currently. Just because a therapist uses art in session does not make it “art therapy” and it can be a strong misrepresentation of the thorough training an art therapist has. By introducing an art therapy licensure, we can minimize harm to clients and ensure that those seeking art therapy services will be met with experienced and adequately trained clinicians. Licensure will also promote third party reimbursement and allow access to additional populations that may not be able to afford out of pocket costs for treatment.