About me
Dramatherapy and me
My practice of, and passion for, dramatherapy has been enriched by my experience as an actor; and vice versa. Through my involvement in drama – whether in the session or in the theatre – I witness how creative thought and action are essential to the wellbeing of the human spirit.
Having practised as a registered dramatherapist since 1992 I have developed a particular interest in how the creative process in dramatherapy can bypass the difficulties my clients present with. I am currently looking to expand my understanding and promotion of Learning Disability rights.
My published writing includes:
- “Cinderella: The role fights back.” An account of 1:1 dramatherapy with a 9-year-old girl referred to Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS Suffolk).
Chapter 12 in Drama As Therapy, Vol 2; Ed. Phil Jones; Published Routledge · Mar 1, 2010
- “Joe: A vignette.” An account of dramatherapy sessions with a young man with autism.
In Drama As Therapy, Theory, Practice and Research, 2nd edition. Ed. Phil Jones. Published Routledge · Jan 1, 2007.
Other (unpublished) writing includes: Example of good practice evaluating three 10-week dramatherapy groups for adults with acquired brain injury. Submitted to British Association of Dramatherapists. (2009).
