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Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP

Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, is an international trainer and supervisor, the creator of the Tele'Drama method, and the founder and director of the International Tele'Drama Institute, which has welcomed thousands of people from 90 countries.

Dr. Simmons is the 2022 ASGPP recipient of the Innovator's Award for the creation of the Tele'Drama method, the 2024 recipient of the Hannah B. Weiner Award for outstanding dedication as a leader of the ASGPP, and the 2025 recipient of the Ann Hale Sociometry Award. She is the Immediate Past President of the American Society in Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP).

Her professional experience, both in Europe and the United States, spans educational, research, and consultancy work in the social sciences and mental health. Dr. Simmons received training in the psychoanalysis of group relations in organizations at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations in London. She has been utilizing action methods since 1995 in Europe and since 2005 in the United States.
Events by Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
ACTING THE UNCONSCIOUS: DREAM WORK THROUGH PSYCHODRAMA
ACTING THE UNCONSCIOUS: DREAM WORK THROUGH PSYCHODRAMA
2-HOUR
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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BURNOUT RECOVERY & ROLE RECLAIMING THROUGH PSYCHODRAMA: Experiential Workshops Series
BURNOUT RECOVERY & ROLE RECLAIMING THROUGH PSYCHODRAMA: Experiential Workshops Series
2 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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CP Exam Prep Program – Summer 2025
CP Exam Prep Program – Summer 2025
10 CONSECUTIVE WEDNESDAYS | JUNE–AUGUST 2025
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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TELE’DRAMA Certification Program: International Group; LEVEL ONE
TELE’DRAMA Certification Program: International Group; LEVEL ONE
21 SESSIONS TRAINING & SUPERVISION / 63 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHODRAMA: CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHODRAMA: CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
10 SESSIONS / 20 HOURS ON FRIDAY
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Jaye Moyer, LCSW, TEP, CTP-2
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RESPONSIBLE AND ETHICAL USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR ENHANCING HUMAN-CENTERED PRACTICE IN VIRTUAL AND HYBRID ENVIRONMENTS: Orientation Training
RESPONSIBLE AND ETHICAL USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR ENHANCING HUMAN-CENTERED PRACTICE IN VIRTUAL AND HYBRID ENVIRONMENTS: Orientation Training
2 HOURS (ONLINE)
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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e-Psychodrama International Personal Growth Circle: Online Group for Exploring and Healing Relationships
e-Psychodrama International Personal Growth Circle: Online Group for Exploring and Healing Relationships
2-HOUR
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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ONCE UPON A DREAM: PERSONAL HEALING THROUGH FAIRY TALE & MYTH
ONCE UPON A DREAM: PERSONAL HEALING THROUGH FAIRY TALE & MYTH
2-HOUR SESSIONS, ATTEND ALL OR ANY
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Mark Wentworth, Creator of Dynamic Theatre
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International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: GROUP COACHING; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: GROUP COACHING; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
3 MONTHS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD
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International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: ONE-ON-ONE Coaching; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: ONE-ON-ONE Coaching; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
3 MONTHS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD
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M.E.A.L.S. Online Certification Program: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EATING AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING | Psychodrama Training
M.E.A.L.S. Online Certification Program: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EATING AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING | Psychodrama Training
10-SESSION / 30-HOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP
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WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT & LEADERSHIP: Breaking Barriers & Embracing Your Strength; Experiential Training for Personal & Collective Growth
WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT & LEADERSHIP: Breaking Barriers & Embracing Your Strength; Experiential Training for Personal & Collective Growth
3-HOUR
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Andrea Wilches
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Women’s Empowerment & Equality Training: Embracing Self-Discovery and Recognition
Women’s Empowerment & Equality Training: Embracing Self-Discovery and Recognition
10 SESSIONS / 30 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Andrea Wilches
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Psychodrama Individual Supervision: Scheduled Upon Request
Psychodrama Individual Supervision: Scheduled Upon Request
60 MIN OR 120 MIN
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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PSYCHODRAMA, SOCIOMETRY AND GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAINING GROUP
PSYCHODRAMA, SOCIOMETRY AND GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAINING GROUP
EVERY OTHER SUNDAY; 17 SESSIONS; 50 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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Articles by Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
Simmons, D. (2025). Tele’Drama Fusional InterReality™: Bridging Time, Space, and Human Connection Through Hybrid Action Methods.
Simmons, D. (2025). Tele’Drama Fusional InterReality™: Bridging Time, Space, and Human Connection Through Hybrid Action Methods.
This article is an excerpt from a forthcoming comprehensive book by Dr. Daniela Simmons, which will provide expanded theoretical foundations, practical applications, and case studies on Tele'Drama Fusional InterReality™ and its transformational role in psychotherapy, education, and international group work.
Simmons, D., Christoph, A., Lee, T.L., Karakılıç Üçer, H.  (2022) Implementing Tele’Drama During the Pandemic
Simmons, D., Christoph, A., Lee, T.L., Karakılıç Üçer, H. (2022) Implementing Tele’Drama During the Pandemic
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Simmons, D., Wilches, A. (2021) Tele'Drama - International Sociometry in the Virtual Space. Implementing Action Methods via Online Video Communication.
Simmons, D., Wilches, A. (2021) Tele'Drama - International Sociometry in the Virtual Space. Implementing Action Methods via Online Video Communication.
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