Dramatherapy with Parents and Children in Parallel Groups: Developing an Approach for Healthier Family Dynamics

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.