The International Tele'Drama Certification Program offers training and education to professionals from around the world through its international groups and regional institutes.

• This page is dedicated to announcing workshops that are independently organized and managed by Certified Tele'Drama Practitioners (CTP-1, CTP-2, CTP-3) and trainers (CTT).
• For payment options and workshop information, please contact the presenter directly via the email address provided with the announcement.

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MONTHLY IN-PERSON PSYCHODRAMA TRAINING GROUP
Hosted by: Catharsis Psychodrama Training Institute
Facilitator: Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP, CTP-3
Education Coordinator, Catharsis Psychodrama Training InstituteLocation: Newtown Square, PA

Schedule: First Saturdays, September 2025 – June 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PMProgram Highlights:

• Experiential training series for clinicians, educators, facilitators, and students of psychodrama
• Held on the first Saturday of each month
• Earn 50 ABE-approved training hours
• Continuing Education (CE) credits available for licensed professionals
• Includes supervised practicum, personal growth, and action methods

Fee: $150 per sessionThis group follows the Green Jar Initiative, offering a flexible sliding scale:

• Full Jar – $150
• Half Jar – $75–$100
• Empty Jar – Talk to the group leader about what you can pay

To Register or Inquire:
Email: lookingglasscounseling19@gmail.com
Phone: 610-609-1465

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RECLAIMING BODY & VOICE
A 10-SESSION CREATIVE ARTS & PSYCHODRAMA THERAPY GROUP FOR AGES 15–21
Held on Zoom | Led by Experienced Creative Arts Therapists

This 10-session virtual therapy group is designed for teens and young adults (ages 15–21) who are navigating recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors. In a supportive and confidential space, participants will explore creative arts, psychodramatic exploration, and group processing to explore identity, body image, control, and emotional expression.We'll work through themes of self-worth, shame, relational patterns, and resilience using tools such as visual art, journaling, roleplay, movement, and metaphor to promote healing and connection.
Online via Zoom

Alternating Mondays beginning September 22, 2025
90-minute sessions (1.5 hours)
Register here: Zoom Registration LinkFee: $75 per session
This is a 10-session closed process group, with the option to rejoin the next cycle upon completion. Participants must commit to the full 10-session arc. Clinical intake required prior to participation.Sliding Scale Pricing – Green Jar Initiative

• Full Jar – $75 per session
• Half Jar – $40–$60
• Empty Jar – Please discuss your needs with the group leader

This group welcomes individuals of all gender identities and is affirming of neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ youth.

To Schedule Your Intake or Ask Questions:
Email: lookingglasscounseling19@gmail.com
Phone: 610-609-1465

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LIVING WITH IT: A CREATIVE GROUP THERAPY EXPERIENCE FOR CHRONIC PAIN & ILLNESS

Facilitated by Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP, CTP-3 & Veronica Bowlan, MSW, CP, PAT

If you’re living with chronic pain or illness, you know it’s more than physical—it’s emotional, relational, and deeply personal. This online group therapy is designed to support individuals navigating the complex journey of living in a body that hurts.Using action methods, creative arts, and dynamic group processing, we’ll explore:

• Emotional expression
• Medical trauma
• Identity shifts
• Grief, resilience, and reimagining what’s possible

This is not just a place to talk—it’s a space to move, create, and be witnessed in your truth, all within a supportive, therapeutic environment led by two experienced psychodramatists.
Every other Monday starting September 15, 2025

5:30–7:00 PM (ET)
Online via Zoom

Register here: CLICK HERE
$75 per session
We ask for 10 session commitment with a 10% discount if paid in advance.We believe healing should be accessible. This group uses the Green Jar Initiative—a flexible sliding scale based on your current financial capacity:

• Full Jar – $75
• Half Jar – $40–$60
• Empty Jar – (Pay What You Can) – You’re in a tight spot but want to be here
  No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Just talk to us about it.

Your story is still unfolding. Let’s create together what healing can look like.
Questions? Email: lookingglasscounseling19@gmail.com
Call or text: 610-609-1465
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CARE FOR THE CAREGIVERS
A Hybrid Therapy Group for Adult Caretakers

Of Disabled, Aging, or Brain-Injured Family MembersCaring for a loved one with disability, age-related decline, or brain injury can be emotionally complex and physically exhausting. This therapy group is designed to support you—the caregiver—by offering a space to process your experience, reduce overwhelm, and reconnect with your own needs.Using a blend of psychodrama, psychodynamic group processing, and psychoeducation, we will explore themes such as role fatigue, anticipatory grief, boundaries, resentment, love, guilt, and resilience. You will gain tools for navigating ongoing stress, while being witnessed and supported by others who understand.

Facilitated by:
Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP, CTP-3

When:
Alternating Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM.
Starting: September 16, 2025

We ask for 10 session commitment with a 10% discount if paid in advance.

Where:
Hybrid – Join us in person at our Newtown Square office or via secure Zoom
Fee: $75 per sessionWe believe healing should be accessible, so this group uses the Green Jar Initiative—a flexible sliding scale based on your current financial capacity—to accommodate a range of financial needs.

• Full Jar ($75) – You’re able to pay the full fee and help sustain the group
• Half Jar ($40–$50) – You need some financial relief to attend regularly
• Empty Jar (Pay What You Can) – You’re in a tight spot but want to be here
  No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Just discuss with us.

To register or learn more:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5ZQrzRCSThyr7C-D1UGHHz0Q
lookingglasscounseling19@gmail.com
610-609-1465
Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

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GROUP THERAPY FOR MOTHERS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Hybrid Process Group – In-Person (Newtown Square) & Zoom

Being the mother of a child with physical or mental disabilities can be both profoundly meaningful and deeply exhausting. This group offers a safe, dynamic space for mothers to connect with others who understand the unique joys and challenges of parenting a child with special needs.Through process-oriented dialogue, creative expression, and action methods drawn from psychodrama and drama therapy, participants will have the opportunity to explore their emotions, share their stories, and discover new pathways to healing and resilience. Themes may include grief, guilt, advocacy, identity shifts, self-care, and navigating systems.

Facilitated by:
Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP, CTP-3

Meeting Time:
Every other Tuesday 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Beginning September 9, 2025
We ask for 10 session commitment with a 10% discount if paid in advance.Location:
Hybrid format – join us in-person at our Newtown Square office or via secure Zoom
Fee: $75 per sessionWe believe healing should be accessible, so this group uses the Green Jar Initiative—a flexible sliding scale based on your current financial capacity—to accommodate a range of financial needs.

• Full Jar ($75) – You’re able to pay the full fee and help sustain the group
• Half Jar ($40–$50) – You need some financial relief to attend regularly
• Empty Jar (Pay What You Can) – You’re in a tight spot but want to be here
  No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Just discuss with us.

To register or inquire:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/t6r9O-M0T_qutS4lnTlBBCQ
Email: lookingglasscounseling19@gmail.com
Phone: 610-609-1465

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Title: "Digital Sandscapes: Tools and Techniques for Virtual Therapy"

Description:
Digital Sandscapes: Tools and Techniques for Virtual Therapy is a 4-week interactive workshop designed to equip therapists with foundational skills in using virtual sand trays for telehealth therapy.

Participants will:

• Navigate platform tools,
• Explore object symbolism, and
• Construct meaningful sand trays to support therapeutic interventions.

Each session emphasizes practical, hands-on activities to ensure confidence in creating and refining basic trays. By the end of the workshop, attendees will be able to effectively incorporate virtual sand trays into their practice, enhancing their ability to support clients in engaging and creative ways.

Language: English

Dates:

• January 23, 2025
• January 30, 2025
• February 6, 2025
• February 13, 2025

Time: 2:00–3:30 PM EST

Cost: $60
Payment Option:
Zelle: bscenebheardllc@gmail.com

By the end of this 4-week workshop, participants will:

1. Understand Virtual Sand Tray Platforms:
   
   • Gain proficiency in navigating and utilizing tools within a virtual sand tray platform.
2. Learn Core Techniques for Sand Tray Creation:
   
   • Explore the process of selecting, placing, and arranging objects to construct basic sand trays.
3. Create Basic Sand Trays:
   
   • Develop skills to design and construct meaningful sand trays reflecting personal or client-focused themes.
4. Build Hands-On Experience:
   
   • Create, refine, and present sand trays that reflect personal, professional, or fictional scenarios.
5. Apply Tools in Therapeutic Contexts:
   
   • Develop confidence in integrating virtual sand tray techniques into telehealth practices to support client growth and engagement.

This workshop is ideal for:

• Mental Health Practitioners who want to incorporate creative, client-centered tools into their telehealth practice.
• Expressive Arts and Play Therapists seeking to expand their toolkit with virtual sand tray techniques to enhance storytelling, exploration, and emotional processing.
• Anyone New to Virtual Sand Trays looking for step-by-step guidance on effectively using virtual sand tray platforms.

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RESILIENCE IN MOTION: HEALING THROUGH SAND TRAY AND DRAMA THERAPY

Description:
This 7-hour virtual training equips counselors, educators, and therapists with creative tools from the virtual sand tray and drama therapy (DT) to foster resilience and emotional expression. Participants will learn to guide clients or students in using virtual sand tray platforms to create symbolic scenes and explore personal themes. They will also gain skills in applying drama therapy techniques like role-play and storytelling to deepen emotional processing. This interactive workshop offers practical strategies for supporting healing and growth in virtual therapeutic and educational settings.

Details:

• Dates: January 19, 2025; January 26, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM CT / 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM ET
• Presenter: Dr. Tanja L. Lee, RDT
• Contact Email for Presenter: bscenebheardllc@gmail.com
• Language: English
• Cost: $155.00
• CEs Offered: Yes
• Register: https://bscenebheard.com/
• Payment Option: Zelle: bscenebheardllc@gmail.com

What to Expect:

• Hands-on experience with virtual sand tray tools.
• Practical guidance on facilitating virtual sand tray sessions to support personal exploration.
• Training in drama therapy techniques to enhance emotional processing and connection.
• Interactive demonstrations and opportunities for skill-building in a supportive online environment.

Who Should Attend:
Counselors, educators, therapists, and alternative-track DT students seeking creative tools to support their clients or students.