Ha Tran

Ha Tran is a Lecturer at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), specializing in Art Therapy. She holds a BFA from the University of Wisconsin, Madison (1997) and an MPS in Art Therapy and Creativity Development from Pratt Institute, NY (2004). With over 20 years of experience in community mental health, she focuses on serving Asian immigrant and refugee communities in Chicago, developing creative arts programs and providing clinical supervision. Her work integrates art forms such as photography, collage, and poetry to explore personal and collective narratives.

As an educator, Tran employs an experiential and collaborative teaching approach, emphasizing individual creativity, curiosity, and collective growth. She teaches courses including Group Dynamics in Art Therapy, Fieldwork Supervision, and Ethical/Legal Issues in Art Therapy. These courses emphasize practical skills, ethical practice, and clinical supervision for art therapy students.

Tran’s professional background includes roles at Asian Human Services, where she managed community programs and trained staff. Her teaching and clinical work reflect her commitment to marginalized communities, informed by her own refugee experience. She bridges art, therapy, and education to foster resilience and self-expression.