Groupwork with Learning Disabilities

Anna Chesner is a psychodrama psychotherapist, dramatherapist and group analytic psychotherapist with experience of a wide range of client groups, from children to the elderly, having worked in forensic, educational and mental health settings. She has worked in a number of therapeutic communities and has a particular interest in reflective practice and team supervision. She is a founder member of London Playback Theatre, which delivers improvised performances within conference and community settings. She is a Senior Trainer at the London Centre for Psychodrama Group and Individual Psychotherapy and conducts a private practice with individuals, couples and groups.

"This useful book begins with an overview of the value of creative drama for people with learning difficulties...I am sure this book will be helpful to anyone working with people with learning disabilities either starting to do drama or wanting further creative ideas." — NAPOT Journal"This book provides excellent advice for anyone wanting to introduce creative drama activities into their practice. It offers a good set of universal guidelines for group work...this book offers facilitators an adaptable and comprehensive tool-kit of activities for any group, irrespective of ability level or experience." — Therapy Weekly

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