Minneapolis · Creative Arts Therapy

Community Drama Therapy

Healing and growth through story, imagination, and embodied play.

with Talia Smigielski, Drama Therapist

What is drama therapy?

A creative, active path to change.

Drama therapy is the intentional use of theatre and storytelling techniques — role-play, improvisation, movement, metaphor, and performance — to support emotional growth, connection, and healing. It is an active, experiential form of therapy: rather than only talking about our lives, we give them room to be explored, witnessed, and reshaped.

Embodied

Beyond words

Access feelings and experiences that are hard to put into language through movement, role, and play.

Safe distance

Story & metaphor

Explore difficult material at a manageable distance through character, imagination, and narrative.

Connection

In relationship

Build confidence, empathy, and belonging — one-to-one or within a supportive group.

About

Talia Smigielski

Talia is a drama therapist based in the Minneapolis area, working at the intersection of theatre, community, and mental health. She brings creative arts therapy to her local community — including experience with youth programs — helping people of all ages find voice, resilience, and connection through expressive, embodied work.

  • RoleDrama Therapist
  • FocusCreative arts therapy · youth & community
  • Based inMinneapolis, Minnesota
  • ApproachExperiential · story-based · relational

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Working together

Ways to engage.

Individual sessions

One-to-one drama therapy tailored to your goals, pace, and story.

Group & community work

Facilitated creative groups that build trust, expression, and belonging.

Youth programs

Playful, developmentally-attuned work supporting young people's growth.

Get in touch

Interested in working together?

Community Drama Therapy is taking shape. Reach out to learn more, ask a question, or explore whether drama therapy is a fit for you, your family, or your organization.

talia.smigielski@gmail.com