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23/04/2026

Join Marissa Green for an informative, reflective, and creative online workshop.
This session is designed to help Dramatherapists—whether currently practising or aspiring—to better distinguish, develop, and measure the "products" of the therapeutic process.

From shifts in attachment perspectives to rebuilding a relationship with trust, we will explore how outcomes are shaped by the client, the therapist, and external organisations.

This interactive workshop blends structured learning with personal reflection and group discussion. Expect a mix of:

💻 PowerPoint-led learning
🎨 Creative and verbal exploration
🤝 Peer-to-peer discussion

Key Learning Objectives:
🔹Distinguish and develop clear therapeutic outcomes.
🔹Understand how desired outcomes from various parties (clients, parents, organisations) impact your work.
🔹Gain practical tools for measuring and communicating these shifts effectively.

🔗 Click here to secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/4cFKTpF

21/04/2026

We are pleased to share a new professional resource developed by our Private Practice Committee.

This comprehensive guidance is now available as an exclusive benefit for our members, designed to assist in the formal creation and maintenance of a clinical will.

A clinical will is an essential professional document that outlines the necessary procedures to be followed should a therapist become unexpectedly unable to practice due to sudden absence, illness, or death.

Developing this document is a fundamental component of a safe practice, providing a framework to protect client wellbeing and offering clear instructions for a designated professional executor.

The guidance produced by the Private Practice Committee offers a reflective and practical framework for navigating these arrangements. The document includes:

🔹Selection of a Professional Executor: Identifying a suitable colleague to manage practice transitions and client care.

🔹Administrative Access: Managing the secure transfer of digital records, physical files, and professional accounts.

🔹Confidentiality and Data Protection: Maintaining GDPR compliance and ethical standards during the handover of sensitive information.

🔹Communication Protocols: Practical templates for notifying clients and professional bodies of a change in circumstances.

Members can access the Clinical Will Guidance by logging into their account via the link in our bio.

15/04/2026

We are proud to share the release of our newest edition, a powerful collection of voices representing the heart of our practice and research. From defining our global identity to navigating the complexities of modern social crises, this issue is a testament to the evolving nature of our profession.

Included in this issue:

Global Perspectives: Towards Unity — Creating a shared definition of dramatherapy within the European Federation of Dramatherapy (EFD).

Expert Insight: An exclusive interview with Professor Johannes Junker.

Clinical Practice: Reflections from Practitioner-Group Meetings regarding vital work with migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking populations.

A Call for Hope: An exploration of dramatherapy’s function today as a "floating island of hope" in a chaotic environment.

Your Voice Matters ✍️
The Journal is a forum for all of us—from students and new practitioners to seasoned researchers. We are always looking for:

Original Research & Papers

Clinical Comments

Book Reviews

New to writing? We offer dedicated mentoring and editing suggestions to help new authors find their voice and share their expertise with the community.

🔗 To read the new issue here: https://bit.ly/3QlzVyb

13/04/2026

We are excited to announce that plans for our 2027 Conference are officially underway... and now we need to bring the committee together.

Following the incredible success of our 2026 conference, we are more motivated than ever to raise the bar. As 2027 marks the BADth Golden Jubilee, we are aiming to make our 50th-anniversary celebration bigger, better, and more impactful than ever before.

To make this landmark event truly representative, we need a committee that reflects the full depth of our community. We are looking for voices from across the membership—from those who have been with us for decades to our newly qualified and student members. Whether you are based in the UK or joining us from across the globe, your perspective is vital.

Save the Date for our first Meeting:
🗓️ Tuesday, 19th May
⏰ 19:00 – 20:00

This will be an initial welcome meeting to bring the committee together, introduce the vision for the Golden Jubilee, and discuss the early stages of planning.

How to join:
If you’d like to be part of the team driving our 50th-anniversary celebrations, please register your interest by emailing:
📩 admin@badth.org.uk

Let’s make 2027 a year to remember. We can’t wait to build this with you.

10/04/2026

"The psyche creates dramas, poetic fictions, it is a theatre.” — James Hillman.

Why is drama such a powerful force in therapy? How do the stories we tell help us navigate our deepest selves?

Join us for an immersive seminar exploring the intersection of Archetypal Psychology and Dramatherapy. We’re diving deep into the "poetic basis of mind"—where images aren’t just pictures, but the very material of our soul.

Led by facilitator Toby Chown, this session will bridge the gap between Jungian theory and clinical practice. Toby will share insights on the benefits (and the beautiful complexities) of using archetypal methodology in research and real-world therapy.

What we’ll explore:
✨ The dance between complexes and archetypes.
✨ How our own "inner dramas" draw us to specific clients.
✨ The porous boundaries between culture and the individual.
✨ Soulmaking through myths and fairy tales.

Our compass for the day? The myth of Eros and Psyche—a journey through love, loss, beauty, and struggle.

Click here to book your tickets: https://bit.ly/4tyEaos

21/02/2026

Missed our latest CPD workshop? Don't worry, we're running it again in May!

Exploring outcomes in dramatherapy
Wednesday 20th May, 6.30pm-8pm
Book now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981936631818?aff=oddtdtcreator

Exploring Outcomes in Dramatherapy is an interactive, online workshop that will encourage participants to explore what they consider as outcomes in dramatherapy practice. The workshop will consist of some learning through powerpoint, some personal reflection, and some group discussion. There will be a mix of verbal and creative learning. This workshop is suitable for any dramatherapists (as well as art therapists, music therapists, and any psychotherapists/counsellors working creatively) who are currently working with clients or hoping to work with clients in the future.

By the end of this workshop, you will have a clearer idea of:
• How to distinguish and develop outcomes
• How your work is impacted by desired outcomes of the client, the therapist, and any other organisations or relevant parties (e.g., parents)
• How you might measure outcomes
• How you can communicate outcomes

About the facilitator
Marissa qualified in Drama and Movement Therapy (Sesame) (MA) from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2017, and as an Autism Practitioner from University College London in 2022. She currently works as a Mental Health Adviser at Anglia Ruskin University, and is an Experiential Group Leader for their Dramatherapy training MA. She also works freelance as a therapist, mental health consultant, and supervisor. Marissa is a published researcher, and a Professional Doctorate student investigating the use of outcome measurement in Higher Education Institution mental health provisions.

Book now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981936631818?aff=oddtdtcreator

16/02/2026

Two weeks to go until HCPC CPD week! Sign up to any of these free informative webinars here: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/cpd-week/?dm_i=2NJF,1MEDX,9S4X6P,6LTWQ,1,0,0,0

12/02/2026

Last chance to book!

Exploring outcomes in dramatherapy
Wednesday 18th February, 6.30pm-8pm (also being held on the 20th May)
Book now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981421102857?aff=oddtdtcreator

Exploring Outcomes in Dramatherapy is an interactive, online workshop that will encourage participants to explore what they consider as outcomes in dramatherapy practice. The workshop will consist of some learning through powerpoint, some personal reflection, and some group discussion. There will be a mix of verbal and creative learning. This workshop is suitable for any dramatherapists (as well as art therapists, music therapists, and any psychotherapists/counsellors working creatively) who are currently working with clients or hoping to work with clients in the future.

By the end of this workshop, you will have a clearer idea of:
• How to distinguish and develop outcomes
• How your work is impacted by desired outcomes of the client, the therapist, and any other organisations or relevant parties (e.g., parents)
• How you might measure outcomes
• How you can communicate outcomes

About the facilitator
Marissa qualified in Drama and Movement Therapy (Sesame) (MA) from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2017, and as an Autism Practitioner from University College London in 2022. She currently works as a Mental Health Adviser at Anglia Ruskin University, and is an Experiential Group Leader for their Dramatherapy training MA. She also works freelance as a therapist, mental health consultant, and supervisor. Marissa is a published researcher, and a Professional Doctorate student investigating the use of outcome measurement in Higher Education Institution mental health provisions.

Can't make this date? This training will also be held on Wednesday 20th May.

Book now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981421102857?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/02/2026

We are one of over 30 organisations and individuals who have signed the joint statement which has gained support from stakeholders across the mental health sector.

The number of adults seeking support for anxiety is rising. Despite NHS Talking Therapies receiving almost half a million presenting complaints of either anxiety or stress related disorders in 2022-23, less than half of people that access treatment via NHS Talking Therapies reliably recover from their presenting issue.

The campaign is asking NICE to update the guideline so that it:

- aligns with other updated guidelines and latest diagnostic criteria

- includes guidance for addressing barriers to access for marginalised and hard-to-reach people

- increases the number of therapies available for anxiety to improve patient choice

- considers a broader range of high-quality evidence on treating anxiety, including service user experience, long-term and follow-up studies

We look forward to continuing this work with UKCP and other campaign partners to ensure that every person accessing NHS support for generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder receives timely, appropriate and high-quality care.

You can read more about the campaign’s key asks on UKCP’s website.

You can support the campaign by asking your MP to sign the joint letter to NICE here:
https://www.psychotherapy.org.uk/policy-and-research/public-policy/nice-anxiety-guideline-campaign/

07/02/2026

Exploring outcomes in dramatherapy
Wednesday 18th February, 6.30pm-8pm (also on 20th May)
Book now via the link in our bio

Exploring Outcomes in Dramatherapy is an interactive, online workshop that will encourage participants to explore what they consider as outcomes in dramatherapy practice. The workshop will consist of some learning through powerpoint, some personal reflection, and some group discussion. There will be a mix of verbal and creative learning. This workshop is suitable for any dramatherapists (as well as art therapists, music therapists, and any psychotherapists/counsellors working creatively) who are currently working with clients or hoping to work with clients in the future.

By the end of this workshop, you will have a clearer idea of:
• How to distinguish and develop outcomes
• How your work is impacted by desired outcomes of the client, the therapist, and any other organisations or relevant parties (e.g., parents)
• How you might measure outcomes
• How you can communicate outcomes

About the facilitator
Marissa qualified in Drama and Movement Therapy (Sesame) (MA) from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2017, and as an Autism Practitioner from University College London in 2022. She currently works as a Mental Health Adviser at Anglia Ruskin University, and is an Experiential Group Leader for their Dramatherapy training MA. She also works freelance as a therapist, mental health consultant, and supervisor. Marissa is a published researcher, and a Professional Doctorate student investigating the use of outcome measurement in Higher Education Institution mental health provisions.

Can't make this date? This training will also be held on Wednesday 20th May.

Book now via the link in our bio

06/02/2026

We are still reflecting on the profound impact of our recent conference in Glasgow, 'Shadows to Strength'

This evocative drawing, created by our member , beautifully captures the essence of our time together. It speaks to the journey of letting go and the quiet hope of becoming—moving through the shadows toward a new kind of strength. It was a truly thought-provoking programme that we won’t soon forget.

04/02/2026

Did you know our Dramatherapy journal is Diamond Open Access? This means all our content is freely accessible worldwide, significantly increasing the visibility of Dramatherapy research and practice on the international stage.

To build on this success, we are inviting you to get involved in our 2026 programme:

📚Call for Contributions: Share your research or 'Reflections from Practice' with a global audience. The submission deadline is 15th February.

📚Urgent - Peer Reviewers Needed: Due to a record-breaking rise in submissions, we are looking for new reviewers immediately. Help us maintain our high standards of scientific rigour by joining our pool ASAP.

📚Book Reviewers: We are also looking for members to contribute reviews of the latest literature.

How to get involved: Whether you are an author or want to support the journal as a reviewer, please reach out to the Editorial Board as soon as possible at journal@badth.org.uk.

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Tuesday	9am - 3pm
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