#3 What is one blessing or piece of wisdom you have discovered as a psychodramatist during this international pandemic?

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“That my skills transfer to internet/Zoom sessions. That I am not limited to only doing therapy/work in person physically.” Anne Kitts LCSW, NCACII, CSAC, CP, PAT

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“Who shall survive? Yes, I was fortunately trained as a psychodramatist, so being spontaneous and creative really helped me to go through lots of challenges in daily life and professional work. Trust Godhead within” Liwen Molly Mo MEd, RCC, LCP, TEP

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“It has made it possible to meet and work with people in other parts of the country and world. This has been rich. It has also been essential for students in areas where there is little or no access to training.” Barbara McKechnie LPC, LCAT, RDT/BCT, CP, PAT

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“That physical barriers and distance have not removed me from the community, and that I can still co-create peace and healing with others. My counseling work this year, all online, still contained the foundations of psychodrama. With some clients, I consistently structured the sessions with warmup, action, and sharing. We engaged in role playing, doubling, role reversal... all of the techniques I would normally use while directing a psychodrama session. Often, I would consider whether or not I was still practicing psychodrama. I'd question, "Does there need to be a group? Where are the auxiliaries? And is it ok not to be physically present?" But the emotional content of the work is still there. As are cathartic discoveries and peaceful resolutions.” Sean Delehant LCPC, CP

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“I won’t take it for granted when I can be with my loved ones and friends again.” Linda Condon LMHC, TEP

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“The desire and impetus to connect with others has been greater than ever. With greater restrictions on meeting people in person, it seems that more people are willing (and able) to meet on the virtual platforms. My connections with others have been more easily sustained with more regularity than prior to the pandemic where my connections were far more sporadic.” Rosana Zapata LCSW, CAP, CP, PAT

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“Sociometry is a living presence.” Herb Propper PhD, TEP

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“I can always assume a new role” Jan Iris Smith LCSW, BCD, CP

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“Sociometry is alive and well as I smile with strangers.” Rosalie Minkin LCAT, ATR/BC, TEP

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“More time at home”  Kate Hudgins PhD, TEP

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“Being able to attend more workshops because of the virtual platform which doesn’t require traveling, and connecting internationally with others.” Cindy Branch LCSW, CP, PAT

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“A generous smile not only passes our love to other people but also relates us to the otherness in our collective psyche.” Siyat Ulon MD, TEP

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“I am very grateful to have the spontaneity and the courage to try new things.”

Regina Sewell PhD, MEd, PCC, LMHC, CP, PAT

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“Stretching my capacity for spontaneity, accepting limitations, finding how supportive the psychodrama community can be in difficult times.” Stephen Kopp MS, TEP

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“Slow down!” Kristine Jackson LCSW, CEDS, CETII, DWCF-C, CP, PAT

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“I am grateful for the space to do more solitary self-care, such as developing a walking practice.”

Atieno Bird ICF, TEP

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“Sharing with people all over the world who are having similar experiences, and able to do it because of Zoom.” Rhona Case Psychologist-PA, MEd, TEP

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“I can manage despite the pandemic.” Tom Treadwell EdD, CGP, TEP

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“Even without direct eye contact, I can be spiritually moved in working with trainees, peers, and clients.”  Mindy A. Lawless Coker Psyd, LMFT, CAP, TEP

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“We can connect with colleagues all over the world.” Pamela Goffman LCSW, TEP

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“The power of community.” Sandra Seeger LMHC, TEP

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“Blessing: Telehealth has expanded the choices and accessibility of this beautiful, healing method.”

Mary Catherine Molpus LCSW, CP

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“working with people who are far away or have disabilities that would prevent them in person”

Leticia Nieto PsyD, LMFT, TEP

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“Use your creativity and spontaneity. You'll likely be surprised by the outcome.”

Rob Pramann PhD, ABPP, TEP