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Theatre for Healing
Over the past 40 years, CIIS has honed its rigorous program of study to support students in becoming culturally conscious, knowledgeable, and skilled drama therapists.
The Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Drama Therapy combines experiential, didactic, and practical learning.
Program highlights include:
- Training in facilitating group, individual, couples, and family drama therapy.
- Exploration of the Integrative Five Phase model of Drama Therapy and other central approaches in the field.
- On-site individual and small group supervision while in practicum.
- Close-knit cohort of peers and faculty.
- Opportunity to participate in Theater for Change, a project in which students develop an original performance aimed at expanding and deepening consciousness on social justice topics.
Use your craft and creativity to promote personal and social healing. Begin your journey today by requesting information and getting in touch with an admissions counselor.
This program meets the academic requirements toward professional license as an MFT (Marriage and Family Therapist) with the option to also meet requirements for the LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor). The program also meetings academic and training requirements toward the RDT (professional Registry as a Drama Therapist).
About CIIS
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an accredited university that strives to embody spirit, intellect, and wisdom in service to individuals, communities, and the earth. CIIS expands the boundaries of traditional degree programs with transdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and applied studies utilizing face-to-face, hybrid, and online pedagogical approaches. Offering a personal learning environment and supportive community, CIIS provides an excellent multifaceted education for people committed to transforming themselves, others, and the world.