Role Playing Therapy Groups
Utilizing role playing games as a form of psychotherapy unlocks our imagination and play in a way that brings fresh perspectives of ourselves and the way we are perceived by others.
So What is Role Playing Anyway?
Role playing is where team collaboration meets imaginative play. Role playing games are led by a game master who creates a narrative adventure for the party (or group of players) to embark on. While on this journey they will be faced with various challenges, triumphs, and rewards. Maybe you’ll find yourself face to face with a fire breathing dragon, or maybe you’ll get the opportunity to talk to the angry ogre and convince him to help you on your quest. In addition, the players get to create the character they want to play. If you’re like me and you grew up desiring to have powers that allow you to bend the elements of the earth at will, this is for you. Or maybe you’ve always wanted to know what it would be like to play a wizard, a warlock, or a charismatic bard. The best part about embarking on a role playing journey is the opportunity to work as a team and explore your inner imaginative child. Our motto at Epic Narrative is: If you can dream it, you can do it.
While we utilize an epic adventure to bring our players into new experiences, we also use this as a way to enter into some deep and intentional self-reflection. A new and exciting way to engage in therapy. A space for you to engage with your inner creative, expand your realm of possibilities, and be encouraged by other players.
Group Set-Up:
Epic Narrative Seattle offers an 8-week group therapy experience using role-playing games as a modality to treat social anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, and PTSD in adolescents, teens, and adults. Each session lasts 120 minutes and features interactive role-playing and therapeutic reflection facilitated by a trained clinician. Group size ranges between 3-5 players along with 2 trained clinicians. email: hello@epicnarrativeseattle.com for more details. Are you ready for your next adventure?
Current Offerings & Website Link:
If you are interested in joining a group or in connecting for more details and a space to ask questions, please email us directly at: hello@epicnarrativeseattle.com or check out our website and my partner or myself will get back to you promptly.