Renate Oepen

Renate Oepen is a Scientific Associate at the Department of Artistic Therapies and Therapy Science at Alanus University of Arts and Society. She holds a Dr. rer. medic from the University of Witten/Herdecke and has extensive training in art therapy, business administration, and pedagogy. Her work focuses on art therapy's role in prevention and health promotion, particularly for educators and migrant populations. She teaches methodology in the Master's program in Art Therapy and serves as Evaluation and Library Officer for FB 04.

Education:

• Secondary School Teacher Training in Art and English (University of Bonn)
• Secondary School Teacher Training in Economics (University of Cologne)
• Master of Arts in Art Therapy (Alanus University)
• Doctorate in Medicine (University of Witten/Herdecke)

Research Focus:

Dr. Oepen specializes in qualitative research methods, particularly case studies, and investigates how art therapy improves emotion regulation and mental health in adults. Her recent work emphasizes migrant health and educator well-being.

Publications Trends:

Her publications from 2023-2012 consistently explore art therapy's efficacy in preventive healthcare, with a focus on marginalized groups (migrants, educators, burnout patients). She frequently collaborates with Prof. Harald Gruber and employs systematic reviews, case studies, and exploratory designs.

Lab/Team:

Her research is conducted through the Institute for Art Therapy at Alanus University and collaborates with institutions like the LVR Clinic Langenfeld and the University of Witten/Herdecke.