I am in full support the amendment to include art therapists as qualified supervisors for the first 100 hours of LPC supervision, as proposed by Mrs.Jacqueline Biggs.  Art therapy is an immensely valuable therapeutic method for clients to communicate and connect through the creative process, utilizing the same tools practiced by talk therapists and counselors.  As a member of a clinical team, the art therapist is expected to have knowledge and skills in the various realms of counseling, which also includes case management, and receives the equal education in this field.  Where an art therapist differs is the introducion of art making, an expansive process which has been shown to be incredibly effective with an immensely long list of populations.  While in supervision towards LPC, it is very important for art therapists to maintain this clinical identity, building upon his or her skills with a supervisor who can share information and guidance within this specific field.  Allowing an art therapist supervise as part of this process would allow emerging art therapists better establish their skills in the most effective methods, while adding value to their position as clinicians.