White City Theatre Project runs dramatherapy groups in both primary and secondary schools, supporting young people who may benefit from a creative approach to exploring their emotions, relationships and experiences.

All sessions are delivered by fully trained, HCPC-registered Dramatherapists, and are tailored to the needs of each group, working in partnership with the school.

How Dramatherapy Works

Drama therapy uses creative and imaginative ways of working to help young people explore thoughts, feelings and experiences that can sometimes be difficult to express through words alone. Stories, role-play, movement, characters and other creative activities provide a safe way for young people to explore different perspectives and make sense of their experiences.

The use of drama also creates a sense of distance from personal thoughts, feelings or experiences, allowing each young person to participate at a level that feels appropriate for them. Working as part of a group can also help develop a sense of connection, cooperation and understanding of others.

Dramatherapy can help young people to….

• Develop communication, social and relationship skills

• Recognise and express feelings and develop emotional literacy

• Build confidence and self-esteem

• Develop greater self-awareness and resilience

• Explore relationships and learn to cooperate with others

• Find positive ways to express themselves and manage emotions

• Develop skills that can support learning, engagement and positive behaviour