Here is a little more about me!
Theatre has always been my escape from reality, and by doing so I was able to discover my true self. I became more confident and started creating shows, and acting in as many plays as I could. Now that I graduated with a double major in Psychology and Theatre, Honours BA at Laurentian University, I look forward to pursuing a career that incorporates both psychology and theatre. Not to mention, I have also been thinking of ways to incorporate this wellness medium into Indigenous communities.
Hi! I'm Lauryn Carney
My Approach
Drama therapy is the combination of the expressive theatre arts and psychology to bring expression in an environment of healing. Much like other art therapies, this allows the person to express how they may feel, or see a situation, all while subconsciously tapping into their inner feelings. I would like to develop this idea as it is my dream to travel and give wellness theatre workshops to allow others to embrace their inner selves. I expect to be doing a masters in Drama Therapy at Concordia University, after my BA at Laurentian University in Theatre, Psychology and Indigenous studies.
Dream It
I’ve always dreamt of helping people. When I finally found that psychology and theatre are a huge passion of mine, I went straight to the drawing board of how I could incorporate both into my career. Drama therapy is a new form of art therapy and my dream is to bring it to communities all over Ontario, namely Indigenous communities to offer this wellness outlet.
Build It
During my years at Laurentian University, I was blessed with many enriching opportunities which allowed me to dive deeper into what my future career might entail. During the pandemic, I even held a Clown Workshop for Northern Initiative for Social Action. I've also taught a workshop in schools all around Canada online. These workshops taught the 7 Grandfather teachings of Indigenous culture through movement and dance. Step by step I continue to build experience and ideas to help me in my career in Drama Therapy.