Living the Metaphor with Michael Alcée

Dr. Michael Alcée joins us today for an inspirational and thought-provoking conversation. He shares insights about creativity from his practice as a therapist specializing in working with artists in their careers and everyday lives. We explore themes and ideas from his upcoming book, Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist, and look at how the practice of personal creative growth supports therapists' professional development. Michael and I talk about the power of juxtapositions, curiosity, mystery and metaphor.  Enjoy this journey into the delightful space of creative emergence!

Guest Bio:
Michael Alcée, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Tarrytown, NY and Mental Health Educator at Manhattan School of Music. He specializes in the psychology of artists and everyday creativity and the professional development of therapists. His contributions have appeared in The Chicago Tribune, The New York Times, NPR, The New York Post, Salon.com, and on the TEDx stage. His forthcoming book from Norton entitled Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist will be out in May 2022.

Connect with Michael:
Website: https://michaelalcee.com/
Order the book -  Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist (publishing May 2022)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-alcee-14417755

Host Hilary Adams is an award-winning theatre director, creative coach and founder of Story and Horse. She is all about supporting creative expression and sharing stories with the world. If you are a creative professional who could use a personal coach in your corner, drop her a note.

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