Psychodrama – therapy and growth through action

Psychodrama, created by Jacob Moreno, is a method of group therapy in which key life experiences are presented through action – on a stage created by the group. Instead of describing a difficult conversation with your father, you can act it out; instead of analysing a dilemma, you can meet both its sides on stage; instead of reminiscing about a loss, you can finish the conversation you never had the chance to have.

Action sets in motion what talking alone often cannot reach: emotions stored in the body, spontaneity, blocked roles. Psychodrama techniques – role reversal, doubling, mirroring – let you see your situation from perspectives you cannot reach in your head. The group acts as supportive witnesses and fellow actors; one person’s work moves and heals the others too.

The group is led by a certified psychodramatist. No acting ability is needed – psychodrama is not theatre for an audience but action in the service of understanding yourself. Taking part in scenes is always voluntary; you can also benefit from the group by taking part in other people’s work.