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Who We Are
The Kentucky Art Therapy Association (KYATA) is an organization whose main purpose is to serve it’s members. We are an official affiliate chapter of the American Art Therapy Association (AATA) with specific focus on art therapy in Kentucky. Members of KYATA and AATA work together to support the professional development and advancement of the field of art therapy. |
Our Goals
KYATA is an affiliate chapter of the American Art Therapy Association. Our purpose is to:
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Current Board Members
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President
Chelcia Nemec |
President Elect
Katie Phillips Regan |
President Emeritus
Marybeth Orton |
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Secretary
Kristina Brooks Alternate Delegate
Rhonda Fessel |
Treasurer
Erica Adams Student Representatives
Alexandra Stewart, University of Louisville Ester Sutton, University of Louisville |
Delegate
Felice Salmon |
Up for election November 2026:
Treasurer
Alternate Delegate
2027:
President Elect
Secretary
Delegate
If you are interested in joining our board please contact us and we will share information regarding each role of our volunteer board
Alternate Delegate
2027:
President Elect
Secretary
Delegate
If you are interested in joining our board please contact us and we will share information regarding each role of our volunteer board
Board Meetings
Our board holds open meetings approximately every two months. Volunteers are always welcome to participate in committees in conjunction with the board.
Board meetings occur both independently and in conjunction with art meet-ups, The locations for art meet-ups and board meetings are typically posted 30-60 days ahead of the event, and can be found under Upcoming Events on this website, our social media platforms, and by email invitation to active members.
The meetings listed below are open to the public and do not require an RSVP.
However, art meet-ups typically do require registration/RSVP to guarantee sufficient space and materials are available. If you plan to attend the art meet-up that precedes the board meeting, please be sure to let us know. The event posting will have clear instructions for how to reserve your space.
Regular board meetings are typically held on Saturdays from 1:00-3:00pm.
Below are the current dates for Board Meetings for 2026. All event days/times are subject to change.
- January 24 - Board Retreat (closed to public)
- March 21
- June 27
- September 12
- December 5- Annual Meeting of the Membership
Meeting Minutes
| 2025-12-6_meeting_minutes__all_member_meeting_.docx |
| 2025-10-20_meeting_minutes.docx |
| 2025-09-06_meeting_minutes.docx |