Do I need to be good at Drama to participate in Dramatherapy?
Not at all. You do not need to be artistic to participate in any form of Arts Psychotherapy. Dramatherapy focuses on the individual’s process while working with the mediums that drama and theatre provides, instead of preparing or rehearsing for a performance. Therefore, you do not need to be good at drama to reap the benefits.
What happens once someone has contacted Bristol Dramatherapy?
If a regular, available session or group therapy space is agreed upon, and the client is happy that they have no further information they would like me to clarify over email or through their initial phone call, I will invite them to book an initial consultation, where we further discuss their initial reasons for seeking therapy, find out if we are a good fit for each other, and collaborate on how the therapy could best suit them. If we both decide to work together (I do suggest people take their time and find a therapist that will suit them), we agree on the date of our first therapy session (usually the following week), and the client will sign the therapy agreement that will have been discussed beforehand before arriving at their first session.
Where and when do sessions take place?
Individual sessions and group sessions are held in my private therapy space in The Bromley Therapy & Wellbeing Space at 73 Quaker’s Road, Downend, Bristol. Sessions will be booked at a time therapist and client both agree on. Current availability can be viewed here, however please feel free to contact me if you are yet to find a time that suits you.
How much does therapy cost?
Costs of therapy depend, like everything else, on the needs of the client (as some clients choose to undertake longer sessions). Here is a guideline of my fees for therapy services.
I have different mobility needs, can I still participate Drama and Movement Therapy?
Drama and Movement Therapy is tailored specifically for the client’s needs, i.e psychologically, emotionally and physically. Specific needs can be discussed in our initial meeting before therapy commences, or anytime during the course of the therapy. All activities offered are modified to fit the needs of the client, while still exploring the themes, aims and images it holds to maintain the therapeutic value. As for the location of the therapy, this is dependant on the needs of the client, however my therapy space is on the ground floor and has (small) toilet facilities on the same level, with accessible parking directly outside the the building. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like me to clarify anything further in relation to this.
What if I have a question not listed here?
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me here and I will reply as soon as I can.
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