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About the Course: 

This video course introduces Innovative Clinical Psychodrama as an effective and safe method for treating trauma and PTSD. Recent research in the neurobiology of trauma and attachment underscores the efficacy of experiential, body-based approaches in psychotherapy and education. Clinicians working with trauma aim to establish a secure and contained therapeutic environment. Action therapy plays a pivotal role but can sometimes trigger unprocessed trauma material, leading to flashbacks and decompensation. TSM, developed by Board Certified Psychodrama Trainers, Educators, and Practitioners Kate Hudgins, Ph.D., and Francesca Toscani, M.Ed., TEP, serves as a guide for trauma treatment. TSM integrates classical psychodrama, attachment theory, and insights from interpersonal neurobiology and trauma theory, enhancing safety and structure when working with trauma.

This video module introduces TSM Safety Structures, outlining their significance in establishing a safe therapeutic environment. It covers key Safety Structures including Observing Ego, Circle of Strengths, Locograms and Spectrograms, Hands on Shoulders, Step-in Sociometry, and the Art of Integration. Participate in two transformative therapeutic sessions – an individual session with a U.S. counselor and a group session with a counselor, therapist, and a business consultant from the U.S., all led by Mario, applying TSM foundations in action.

This module is designed for:

• Therapists

• Social workers

• Psychologists

• Counselors (including substance use counselors)

• Psychodramatists

• Educators

• Coaches 

Appropriate for those who are new to action methods, as well as experienced practitioners, students in mental health fields, and those who want to develop their skills in action methods. Acting skills are not necessary.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the six TSM Action Safety Structures, emphasizing their role in creating a secure therapeutic environment.

• Demonstrate how to assist clients in identifying their strengths and recognizing their unique capabilities and resources.

Module highlights: 

• Warm Up: Demonstrate how to guide a Circle of Strengths with an individual or in the group, and the use of Locograms and Spectrograms to explore and build connections, enhancing interpersonal and self-awareness skills.

• Action: Demonstrate how to direct a live or online group in utilizing the Step-in Sociometry structure and the Hand on Shoulder structure to facilitate group dynamics and connection.

• Sharing: Discover that action methods help your clients to express long-hidden talents, feelings, and dreams.

Presenter:

Mario Cossa RDT/MT, TEP, TSM Trainer – founder and Director of Motivational Arts Unlimited, and recipient of the ASGPP Innovator’s Award, 2019. Mario brings decades of experience as a group facilitator and psychodrama director and has worked in the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Korea, and China.

Module Includes:

Main Content:

• Videos - 139 min

• Handouts - 14 min

• Test - 30 min 

• Course Survey - 5 min 

Recommended Content:

• Healing Trauma with the Therapeutic Spiral Mode. Interview with Dr. Hudgins. Part 1

• Healing Trauma with the Therapeutic Spiral Mode. Interview with Dr. Hudgins. Part 2

• Healing Trauma with the Therapeutic Spiral Mode. Interview with Dr. Hudgins. Part 3

• Practicum - 90 min

Hours for Certificate:

• 4.5 training hours on the Action Explorations Education Certificate. Our courses may be applied toward professional certification/training hours, depending on your board’s policies. Please verify eligibility with your certifying board or primary trainer. We’re happy to connect and answer questions about course content, hours, and documentation. Reach out anytime with your questions.