65th Annual Conference

Thursday, February 21

Afternoon Workshops

2:45-6:00 P.M.

Workshop 26

A Beginner's Guide to Utilizing Role Play in Therapy and Training Groups

Chair:   

Craig Haen, MA, RDT, LCAT, CGP, Clinical Director of Adolescent Services, Kids in Crisis, Cos Cob, Connecticut

Though many therapists recognize the potential for using role play as a therapeutic and teaching tool, few feel comfortable applying this technique in their groups. This workshop will introduce participants to the varied possibilities for integrating role play into group work, the "basics" of facilitating a drama, as well as the many forms of leader/ director interventions.
experiential-didactic-demonstration-sharing of work experiences
 

Learning Objectives:

The attendee will be able to:

1. Describe the three-phase structure of warm up, action & closure.
2. Practice the basics of establishing a scene.
3. Discuss the application of role play techniques to therapy and training groups s/he is already leading.
 

Course References:

1. Emunah, R. (1994). Acting For Real: Drama therapy process, technique, and performance. New York: Brunner/ Mazel.
2. P. Lewis, and D. Johnson. (Eds.). (2000). Current Approaches in Drama Therapy. Springfield, IL: Charles Thomas.

3. Weber, A. and Haen, C. (2005). Clinical Applications of Drama Therapy in Child and Adolescent Treatment. New York: Brunner/ Routledge.