Dramatherapy with Parents and Children in Parallel Groups: Developing an Approach for Healthier Family Dynamics. Issue 2 (November 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hobeck, Jessie
• Is Part Of: Dramatherapy. Volume 36:Issue 2/3(2014
• Page Start: 104
• Page End: 120
• Publication Date: 2014-11
• Subjects: dramatherapy -- systemics -- parallel groups -- family dynamics -- group therapy; Drama -- Therapeutic use -- Periodicals; 616.89152305
• DOI: 10.1080/02630672.2015.1014389
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0263-0672

Abstract

This article is based on my inquiry into the use of dramatherapy in parallel groups (parent and child) to explore difficult family dynamics within a child and family psychiatric setting. The aim of this work is to develop a new approach, which synthesizes ideas from attachment theory and systemic-oriented approaches, together with dramatherapeutic core processes as a way for clients to identify, explore and express difficult internal material and processes, to work towards greater self-awareness and healthier family dynamics.