Introduction to Dramatherapy

3 September 2024, 7 pm - 8.30 pm AEST

Recording of this webinar will be provided to all registrants 

PACFA's College of Creative and Experiential Therapies invites you to an introductory presentation to Dramatherapy by Dr Amanda Musicka-Williams

This PD invites you to  an exploration into some key international definitions and approaches to dramatherapy practice, opening the curtains on exactly what dramatherapy is and what it can be. 
  
Various drama based therapeutic methods will be described and explored, presenting a scale of practice from embodied play to the use of projective device and extending out to performative methods and the construction of therapeutic theatre. The core processes of dramatherapy (Jones); will be defined as the foundation and common language across international variations of dramatherapy practice; highlighting the specific therapeutic intents of employing theatrical methods to promote personal insight and growth. 
  
Amanda will draw upon 20+ years’ experience as a Dramatherapist to present a range of practice-based examples reflective of the diverse participants she works alongside. Participants will be invited to engage in embodied reflection and a brief experiential to extend their understanding of dramatherapy methods and process. Time will be given for participants responses and questions.

The presenter- Dr. Amanda Musicka-Williams

Amanda trained as a drama and movement therapist in London at the Central School of Speech and Drama and has been working as a dramatherapist for over twenty years. She has worked with diverse peoples in a range of different settings which include: community mental health, special, mainstream and flexi learning educational contexts, the justice system, domestic violence and homeless support services.

Amanda currently works on the SHINE projects; for the Andrew Fildes foundation, supporting young people experiencing challenges at school, and in private practice across the life trajectory and with clients with diverse self-presentations and life stories. She has previously taught at the University of Melbourne and Deakin University and now teaches on the IKON Bachelor of Creative Arts Therapies. She is actively engaged in dramatherapy research and professional supervision.

CPD hours:

Attending webinar counts as 2 hours of Category A CPD (Continuing Professional Development).

Watching a recording of this webinar, that will be provided to registrants, can be used as 2 hours of Category B CPD.

You must attend 75% of a webinar in order to receive a CPD certificate for Category A CPD.

Cost:

PACFA Members $35 (incl. GST)
Student Members $25 (incl. GST)
Non-Members $50 (incl. GST)

What to Expect After you Register:

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Content disclaimer 

The content presented in this PACFA community professional development (PD) event does not necessarily represent the views of PACFA or its registrants and membership and may not reflect everyone's experiences. We recognise and uphold the principle of ‘nothing about me without me’ and acknowledge that the language and concepts used in this training may be perceived differently by various individuals and communities, particularly those with lived experience in the topics discussed.

We encourage PD attendees to approach this material with an open mind, engage with sources that reflect diverse perspectives and consider consulting directly with communities or individuals who have lived experiences related to the topics covered. Please take the time for self-care during and after the session. PACFA welcomes all feedback for improvement via the survey link that will be distributed after this presentation.