Association of the Bulgarian Art Therapists (ABAT) is a non-profit association according to the Bulgarian legislation. 

The association aims to unite Bulgarian art therapy professionals, practicing on the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria or abroad, to promote the development and recognition of the profession, as well as to stimulate the exchange of knowledge, methods and practical experience in the field of art therapy. 

By using the term 'Art Therapy', the association means creative therapy using visual and plastic arts, in accordance with the postulated definition and meeting the standards of the European Federation of Art Therapy (EFAT).