Lauryn is accepting new clients!
Languages: English and French
Clientele : Youth and adults (14+)
Hours: Monday to Friday, day and evening (virtual)
Lauryn Carney
(they/them/she), M.A, RP (Q)
Drama therapist (M.A), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
A little bit about me:
My name is Lauryn Carney (They/She/iel/elle). I am a Queer Drama Therapist and a Registered Psychotherapist-Qualifying. I am proudly Franco-Ontarienne from Northern Ontario and am bilingual in both French and English. Having walked a path of mental health, finding wellness, and self-discovery myself, I believe that no one is broken; instead, individuals possess the incredible capacity to adapt and find self-compassion amidst life's challenges and society’s violence. Over the years, I have dabbled in various artistic mediums and I incorporate this creativity in every aspect of my life. Identifying as a Clown Witch, I use a creative, goofy, nature-based, intentional, and embodied approach to therapy!
Areas of experience:
For over the last 7+ years, I have worked with many different populations, such as Indigenous youth, women who have lived through gender-based violence, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC youth, and general mental health populations. I have experience working with individuals and with groups, adapting the sessions to each person’s needs and rhythm.
My passions centre around working with marginalized youth and young adults, such as 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and neurodiverse individuals. Using dramatic therapeutic techniques, I will help you to externalize and play out parts of yourselves, your inner worlds, and the roles you hold in your life.
Therapeutic approach:
I offer drama therapy and work from a trauma-informed, strength-based and humanistic approach. Believing that each person's journey is uniquely their own, I strive to provide a safe enough space to explore new perspectives through creative expression that can flow and adapt with each individual. Thus, challenging societies perpetrated violence and harsh expectations, which often lead to anxiety, stress, and traumatization. My mission is to help individuals break free from these limiting beliefs and discover their true and unique selves. Ultimately, we take a look at what you want from your own therapy, and I provide creative ways to work towards your goal.
What is Drama Therapy: Drama Therapy uses various dramatic techniques to encourage self-reflection and externalize parts of themselves. Techniques such as role-play, story making, mask work, puppets, art, and movement can serve as a catalyst to express feelings, emotions, and difficult lived experiences. This encourages individuals to explore new roles and fosters spontaneity, creativity, emotional expression, authenticity, and self-attunement. No theatre experience needed! I start where you are comfortable and we work from there.