Therapeutic drumming Cheltenham
Therapeutic drumming Cheltenham; Promoting Psychotherapeutic use of drums to promote emotional, social, cognitive and physical wellness
Therapeutic drumming Cheltenham . It’s a chance to creatively explore in confidence, feelings and emotions which may be too difficult or upsetting to put into words.
Psychotherapeutic drumming Cheltenham- Gloucestershire I am introducing Psychotherapeutic drumming to the complementary therapy programme at Acorn therapy.
I provide a variety of therapeutic drumming workshops and groups in Cheltenham, as well as virtually online. Sessions can be arranged as one-off workshops or as weekly or monthly groups.
These sessions offer an opportunity to explore your inner rhythm, express your creativity and connect with yourself and others in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment.
Drumming workshops are experiential and may include mindfulness practices, singing and music-making, movement, writing and poetry, and creative making. Depending on the theme, sessions may also include short presentations, group discussion and occasional guest contributors.
No previous musical or drumming experience is needed — just a willingness to explore, listen and have a go.
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What is Therapeutic drumming?
What is Drum Therapy?
Drum Therapy is not a recreational activity or a drumming lesson, although sessions can be enjoyable and creative. Instead, it provides a safe and supportive space to explore what is happening for you and to express yourself through rhythm and sound, in a way that can complement counselling.
You don’t need to be a good drummer, or have any previous experience with drums. Your therapist won’t judge, assess or analyse what you play or say. You are always in control of how much you use the drums and how much you choose to talk.
There is no pressure to drum how you feel, explain what you play or share anything you don’t want to. Sometimes the rhythm itself can provide another way of communicating when words feel difficult.
Psychotherapeutic Drumming
Psychotherapeutic drumming is an emerging, evidence-informed therapeutic approach that uses active participation in rhythmic and interactive activities to support emotional, social, cognitive and physical wellbeing.
The use of hand drums for connection, expression and healing is not new. Drumming has been part of celebrations, rituals, ceremonies and community life across cultures for thousands of years. Modern research is continuing to explore the potential therapeutic and wellbeing benefits of rhythm and drumming.
Drum Therapy can offer a different way to explore feelings, creativity, connection and self-expression — particularly for people who may sometimes find it easier to communicate through doing rather than talking.
Sessions are available in Cheltenham, across the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire, with online therapeutic support also available where appropriate.
Drum Therapy is confidential:
Confidentiality & Privacy
Whether you are attending Drum Therapy in Cheltenham, the Cotswolds or elsewhere in Gloucestershire, both the rhythm work and anything you choose to say during your sessions will be treated as confidential.
I will not share information about you with others without your permission, unless I believe that you, or someone else, may be at risk of harm. If I do need to share information, I will always do my best to discuss this with you beforehand so that you understand what is happening and why.
Any creative work you make, or materials you use during your Drum Therapy sessions, will be kept safely until your sessions come to an end. You can then choose to take your work home with you or, if you prefer, leave it with your therapist.
Confidentiality, including its limits and the circumstances in which information may need to be shared, will be explained clearly during your first session. This gives you an opportunity to ask questions and feel comfortable about how your privacy will be respected throughout your work together.
Private Psychotherapeutic drumming clinics:
Private drumming clinics go much deeper than one off fun hand drumming sessions.
I work with people of all ages, kids and adults plus special needs. I’ve also had success empowering teenagers, recovering addicts and people seeking wellness who needed to reset their mind-set so they boost their confidence and move forward.
I run tailored sessions for individuals and groups, both virtually and in-person
Who can benefit?
Talking drums clinics work with individuals, couples, families, and groups in diverse settings. Some examples include:
- Hospitals
- Schools
- Youth groups
- Veteran’s clinics
- Counselling Private practice
- Psychiatric and rehabilitation facilities
- Community clinics
- Counselling training colleges
- Rehabilitation centres
- Forensic institutions
- Senior communities
How you’ll know if Drum Therapy is helping:
Thinking creativity in a therapeutic space can help to express feelings and allow a focus that can help to manage overwhelming emotions.
- You may find that you notice changes in your thoughts and feelings and that you have the space to think about relationships and yourself differently when you’re having drum therapy.
- People who have taken part in drum therapy often say that they:
- Had a better understanding of themselves and others.
- Slept better and could express themselves more easily.
- Felt less anxious and sad and were more able to calm down when they were angry.
- Felt more hopeful about the future.
- Are calmer and their friendships were improved.
People have also told me that they were glad they had drum therapy because it gave them a safe relaxed space to do what they wanted to, without judgement or expectations.
Online Psychotherapeutic drumming in Taunton. Benefits of therapeutic drumming:
- Improve social cohesion
- Reduce tension, anxiety and negative feelings
- Induce alpha brain waves which make you feel calm and relaxed
- Incite laughter and good humour
- Maintain clients in the present moment (mindfulness)
- Generate positive energy.
What to do if you’re not coping between drumming therapy appointments.
If you’re finding it hard in between drum therapy sessions, it’s important that you tell me (your therapist). I can then help you work out what you are experiencing and explore things you can do to look after yourself and/or get more support.
How many drum therapy sessions you’ll have and how long they’ll last.
Drum Therapy sessions are weekly and last for 50 to 60mins each week.
Your sessions can be at a set venue, at your home, at your school or at a local health centre.
Your drum therapist can offer up to 12 sessions. This depends on each individual and their needs. You can talk to me if you feel you need more sessions.
The Drum Clinic offers a space where the participants are afforded empathy and positive regard, thus allowing an inner healing to take place.
I also work in partnership with the NHS, with community groups and with people in their own homes in Somerset or anywhere in the world on line via Video link.
For further information please see our dedicated website The Talking drums.