Abstract

This paper is a synthesis of ideas and themes found among three separate disciplines: Art therapy; Narrative therapy; and Comic Book literature. Using the historical/documentary method. This author has done an extensive review of existing literature from these areas of focus. This literature review will first familiarize the audience with the relevant aspects, historically and thematically, of Art therapy, Narrative therapy, and Comic Book literature as separate elements. Secondly, the author explores literature in which these themes are discussed as interrelated elements. Finally, the author has integrated these elements to examine new ways which provide therapists from many different disciplines with new and innovative ways to assist mental health consumers deal with presenting issues.