Emily Faith
Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
& Drama Therapy (2021)
& Drama Therapy (2021)
Hi there, my name is Emily Faith.
I am a community-focused collaborator, educator and graduate student studying Mental Health Counseling & Drama Therapy at Lesley University.
Working 10+ years as a professional theatre artist, I possess an innovative spirit and passion for the healing power of story-telling.
I have completed my first practicum placement with Laughter League, a medical clown non-profit organization that promotes healing with patients at Cook Children's Hospital, Parkland Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital, & Hasbro Children's Hospital. This internship enhanced my observation skills, inspired my future work in hospital systems and taught me that some days, laughter truly is the best medicine.
A success of mine was the development and facilitation of a "Devising Day" with Dallas theatre artists titled "Healing, Unscripted". This project implemented drama therapy techniques to initiate personal transformation through the lens of theatrical performance. Performers embodied the change they wished to see within their own stories, creating not only a discussion, but an action plan in regards to personal responsibility in the healing process. It is my desire to continue this type of work as a future therapist.
Most recently, in light of Covid-19, I have taking my Day of Devising to a virtual play space. "Performers" come together to address maladaptive roles, anxiety, separation, possible self-change for more desired outcomes, and coping strategies in an uncertain time. Keep an eye out for future dates!
| I bring creativity, curiosity, humor, and personal responsibility to the therapeutic relationship. |
I am a community-focused collaborator, educator and graduate student studying Mental Health Counseling & Drama Therapy at Lesley University.
Working 10+ years as a professional theatre artist, I possess an innovative spirit and passion for the healing power of story-telling.
I have completed my first practicum placement with Laughter League, a medical clown non-profit organization that promotes healing with patients at Cook Children's Hospital, Parkland Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital, & Hasbro Children's Hospital. This internship enhanced my observation skills, inspired my future work in hospital systems and taught me that some days, laughter truly is the best medicine.
A success of mine was the development and facilitation of a "Devising Day" with Dallas theatre artists titled "Healing, Unscripted". This project implemented drama therapy techniques to initiate personal transformation through the lens of theatrical performance. Performers embodied the change they wished to see within their own stories, creating not only a discussion, but an action plan in regards to personal responsibility in the healing process. It is my desire to continue this type of work as a future therapist.
Most recently, in light of Covid-19, I have taking my Day of Devising to a virtual play space. "Performers" come together to address maladaptive roles, anxiety, separation, possible self-change for more desired outcomes, and coping strategies in an uncertain time. Keep an eye out for future dates!
| I bring creativity, curiosity, humor, and personal responsibility to the therapeutic relationship. |
