Play / Drama Therapy

Play and Drama therapy uses psychology, psychotherapy, drama, theatre, play and anthropology. Drama therapy enables you to process difficulties encountered in life, through the safety of dramatic distance and re-enactment of life events. Drama therapy is helpful for:- * Personal expression * Relationships * Multi sensory learning * Improving communication * Self esteem * Confidence It helps to achieve healthy psychological growth and change. Drama therapy can be applied to:- * Disabilities * Mental problems * Rehabilitation * Drug abuse * Personal development Drama therapy integrates several techniques including, movement, voice work, body language and speech. These are applied through drama games, mime, role-play, scripts, masks, myths and stories. Enjoyment is part of the therapy. A dramatic talent is not necessary for participation. Through assessment of needs the drama therapist will develop a programme with appropriate aims, objectives and structures.