The Handbook of Dramatherapy

by Sue Jennings, Ann Cattanach, Steve Mitchell

Dramatherapy is being increasingly practised in a range of therapeutic settings and is of growing interest to theatre practitioners and teachers. The Handbook of Dramatherapy brings together five authors who have considerable experience of clinical, artistic and educational work to provide an easy-to-read introduction to the major models of dramatherapy. The authors explain the differences between dramatherapy and psychodrama, discuss its relationship with theatre art, look at assessment and evaluation techniques, and argue the need for more appropriate methods of research for this increasingly popular form of therapeutic treatment.
The Handbook of Dramatherapy provides a comprehensive basis for theory and practice and will be an invaluable resource for all students of dramatherapy and theatre.

Genres: Psychology

244 pages, Paperback

First published December 16, 1993

Reviews

[Nicky Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I first read this book 20 years ago, it inspired me to train to be a Dramatherapist and I have now been practicing as a dramatherapist in mental health settings for 15 years.

It is clear and accessible to a range of people with a personal and/or professional interest in using drama and creative activities to support the mental wellbeing, mental health and emotional development, of both children and adults.

It includes poignant examples of work in practice and remains relevant, despite being written several years ago.