Therapeutic Tabletop Role Playing
Therapeutic RPG sessions are typically guided by a trained therapist who facilitates the game and helps participants explore various aspects of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors through the characters they play and the situations they encounter in the game world. This form of therapy can help individuals develop social skills, problem-solving abilities, emotional regulation, and self-awareness, and more in a safe and supportive environment.
By immersing themselves in fictional narratives and assuming the roles of different characters, participants can explore and address real-life challenges, traumas, or issues they may be facing. The collaborative nature of tabletop RPGs also encourages teamwork, communication, and empathy among participants.
Alien RPG
Monster of the Week
Tales from the Loop
Kids on Bikes
Slasher
FAQs
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where one or more therapists treat a small group of clients together as a group. This approach is used to treat a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and interpersonal problems. Here are some key characteristics and benefits of group therapy:
1. Shared Experience: One of the main benefits of group therapy is the opportunity for participants to realize they are not alone in their struggles. Sharing experiences with others who have similar issues can provide support and decrease feelings of isolation.
2. Feedback and Interaction: Group members can offer each other feedback and support. Seeing how others handle similar problems can provide new perspectives and encourage positive changes in one’s own behavior.
3. Skill Development: Therapists often use group sessions to teach specific skills, such as stress management, communication, or coping strategies. Learning these skills in a group setting allows for practice and immediate feedback.
4. Diverse Perspectives: Group therapy brings together people from different backgrounds, providing a range of perspectives that can help individuals see their problems in a new light and find novel solutions.
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We’ll teach you everything you need to jump right into the group. Your therapeutic game master will help you create your character in a session called, Session 0. This is an introductory session where players are introduced, characters are created, and rules are established. Feel free to brainstorm ideas and ask any questions during this initial session and throughout the group meetings. If you’re ever confused about the rules or just need a bit more understanding, just ask your game master—that’s what they’re here for! We’ve got a learn-as-you-go vibe, but if you like to get a head start, there are plenty of online resources to help you out. Plus, you’ll get some handy handouts on how to play your character at the individual session.
This can vary depending on the game, but each game will start with a session called Session 0 (Session Zero). Session 0 is an introductary session where players and the game master meet for the first time together to go over the game, rules, build characters, and discuss anything else needed to ensure fun, player comfortability, and emotional safety.