Bluebird Dramatherapy and Counselling
Creativity is Key...
Dramatherapists have an enormous toolkit of learned techniques which they may draw on at any time whilst remaining flexible and working within the best interests of the client. No one shall ever be expected to engage in any technique they do not feel comfortable with. Some examples of techniques a Dramatherapist may use include, but are not limited to:
Embodiment
Embodiment is the use of ones own self to express ideas, feelings or images. It can include movement, stretches, breathing exercises, mime, mirroring, hand gestures, dance, facial expressions or tableax. It can be the main part of a session or it may be an introduction or a farewell. It can be as minimal or expressive as you like. In a group situation it can be worked into games such as "Pass the Face/Emotion" or "How Many Ways Can I...?" (for example, brush my teeth). The possibilities are endless.
Projection
This is where people may use objects other than themselves to express what they wish to say, not necesarily in character. For example using small toys or objects to illustrate relationships to others by placing them in proximity to an object chosen to represent oneself. It can include the use of puppets or sandplay. Storytelling and art work can also be projective.
Role
Role work can involve re-enacting events, working from script or text, the use of masks, playing archetypes, improvisation, rehearsal for life. It can involve costume or not. It can be reflective or performed.
Sensory
Sensory techniques could include the use of sounds, including music or musical instruments. It could involve lights, imagery and artwork. Tactile materials may be employed such as scarves and other textiles, clay and playdoh, organic materials such as shells and rocks, and foodstuffs including rice, dried beans and pulses or flour.