Tally Tripp
About Tally Tripp
Tally Tripp serves as the Director of the George Washington University Art Therapy Clinic, where she has worked since 2009. She is a certified trauma therapist and facilitates international trauma training programs while also teaching various courses at the university.
Work at The George Washington University
Tally Tripp has served as the Director of the George Washington University Art Therapy Clinic since 2009. In this role, she oversees various art therapy initiatives and programs aimed at addressing mental health needs through creative expression. Tripp also teaches a range of courses at the university, including International Cultural and Social Diversity, which emphasizes cultural perspectives, particularly focusing on France. Her involvement at the university has contributed to the development of trauma-focused art therapy research projects.
Education and Expertise
Tally Tripp holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore, which she completed between 1983 and 1986. She also earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Art Therapy from The George Washington University, studying from 1978 to 1981. Tripp is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and as a Certified Trauma Therapist through Intensive Trauma Therapy. Her educational background supports her expertise in trauma therapy and art therapy practices.
Background
Tally Tripp has been in private practice since 1986, providing counseling and psychotherapy services. Her extensive experience in the field has allowed her to develop a comprehensive understanding of trauma and its effects on individuals. Tripp's background includes facilitating trauma training in international settings, demonstrating her commitment to expanding the reach of therapeutic arts globally.
Achievements
Tally Tripp has been involved in several significant initiatives, including her participation in the Global Alliance for Africa Therapeutic Arts Program and the Common Threads Project. These programs focus on providing trauma training and therapeutic support in diverse cultural contexts. Additionally, she leads multiple trauma-focused art therapy research projects at the George Washington University Art Therapy Clinic, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.