How does drama therapy help people who have been through trauma?

And what about people in prisons? How does drama help those struggling with addictions or spending time incarcerated?

Today I am speaking with Mark MacNicol who has worked with over 5,000 people through his workshops and 1-1 work.

We talk about drama therapy and its benefits. And he explores how he uses AI for self-development.

Thank you Mark.

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Mark MacNicol is an accomplished mind coach, writer, and creator of _Anonymous Drama_, a unique form of drama therapy designed for individuals who typically have no interest in drama or therapy. With a background in writing for screen and theatre, Mark holds a Master’s degree in Television Drama Writing. His work is particularly focused on using the arts to support vulnerable and marginalized communities, especially within the recovery and justice sectors.   

Questions for Mark:

1. I would love for you to share some of your journey. How did you get into the work you now do?
2. I would love for you to talk about Anonymous Drama. What is it and how does it help process trauma?
3. How did your own personal journey shape the development of Anonymous Drama?
4. Could you please talk about addiction and recovery. What is the power of creative expression and self-awareness in addressing addiction?
5. What are some of the innovative approaches to rehabilitation in the justice system?
6. I would love for you to talk about mental health. What have you found to be the most effective way of facing and healing mental conditions?
7. Could you please talk about mental health and creativity? Why do these seem to work so well together?
8. What have been some of the challenges in getting this message out there into rehab centres and prisons?
9. What link to trauma have you found in your work to childhood trauma?
10. What is the importance of safety and support in your work?

To find out more about Mark: https://www.youtube.com/@markmacnicol

His book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mark-MacNicol/author/B005FCH3KS?ref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

For LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmacnicol?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

 Media Profile: https://podfol.io/profile/mark-macnicol

 Website: www.markmacnicol.com

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Piers is an author and a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, boarding school issues, addictions and relationship problems.

He also runs online men's groups for ex-boarders, retreats and a podcast called An Evolving Man.

He is also the author of How to Survive and Thrive in Challenging Times. To purchase Piers first book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Survive-Thrive-Challenging-Times/dp/B088T5L251/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=piers+cross&qid=1609869608&sr=8-1

For more videos please visit: http://youtube.com/pierscross

For FB: https://www.facebook.com/pierscrosspublic

For Piers' website and a free training How To Find Peace In Everyday Life: https://www.piers-cross.com/community

Many blessings,

Piers Cross

http://piers-cross.com/