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Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, is an international trainer and supervisor, the creator of the Tele’Drama method, and the founder and director of the International Tele'Drama Institute, which has welcomed thousands of people from 82 countries.Dr. Simmons is the 2022 ASGPP recipient of the Innovator's Award for the creation of the Tele'Drama method and the 2024 recipient of the Hannah B. Weiner Award for outstanding dedication as a leader of the ASGPP. Dr. Simmons is the immediate past President of the American Society in Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP). Her professional experience, both in Europe and the US, spans educational, research, and consultancy work in the social sciences and mental health. She received training in the psychoanalysis of group relations in organizations at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations in London. She has been utilizing action methods since 1995 in Europe and since 2005 in the US.
Events by Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
PSYCHODRAMA, SOCIOMETRY AND GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAINING GROUP
BEGINS SUNDAY, DATES: JAN 12, 26; FEB 9, 23; MAR 5, 23; APR 13, 27; MAY 11, 26; JUN 8, 22; JUL 6, 20; SEP 7, 21; OCT 5, 2025
EVERY OTHER SUNDAY; 17 SESSIONS; 50 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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Sociodrama for 'Emerging Adulthood' - the Developmental Phase Between Adolescence and Adulthood (Ages 18–29): Online Certification Program
10 CONSECUTIVE TUESDAYS: JANUARY 21 & 28; FEBRUARY 4, 11, 18, 25; MARCH 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025
10 SESSIONS / 20 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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Directing Axiodrama: A Master Class on Dr. Moreno's Method for Exploring Values, Ethical Dilemmas, and Moral Conflicts within a Group Setting
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1 & 2, 2025
2-DAY WEEKEND PROGRAM; 6 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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Utilizing Gottman’s Work and Psychodrama: Innovating Relationship Therapy
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2025
2 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Violeta Kadieva, PhD, LMFT-S, AAMFT-S
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Women’s Empowerment & Equality Training: Embracing Self-Discovery and Recognition
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, MARCH 8, APRIL 12, MAY 10, JUNE 14, JULY 12, SEPTEMBER 13, OCTOBER 11, NOVEMBER 8, DECEMBER 13, 2025
10 SESSIONS / 30 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Andrea Wilches
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e-Psychodrama International Personal Growth Circle: Online Group for Exploring and Healing Relationships
NEXT: FEBRUARY 19, 2025 \ ATTEND ALL OR ANY
EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH; FEBRUARY 19, 2025 MARCH 19, 2025 APRIL 16, 2025 MAY 21, 2025 JUNE 18, 2025
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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Guiding Protagonists: From Stuck in Unhealthy Roles to Developing Healthy Ones - Effective Strategies in Psychodrama Directing
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MARCH 1 & 2, 2025
2-DAY WEEKEND PROGRAM; 10 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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CHALLENGES IN GROUP COUNSELING WORK AND TOOLS FOR CRISIS SITUATIONS: Family Therapy & Psychodrama Series / Hybrid Experience
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2025
2 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Violeta Kadieva, PhD, LMFT-S, AAMFT-S
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International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: ONE-ON-ONE Coaching; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
MARCH 14 & 28; APRIL 11 & 25; MAY 9 & 23, 2025
3 MONTHS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD
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Dramatic Multiplications: Extending the Sharing Phase of Psychodrama Through Small Scenes and Action
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025
3-HOUR
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Andrea Wilches
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STEPPING INTO TOMORROW: PSYCHODRAMA ROLE TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE SELF
MARCH 16, 2024
3-HOUR
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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International Organizational Online Coach Certification Program: GROUP COACHING; @ Dr. Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD (Italy/Switzerland) & Dr. Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP (United States)
MARCH 21; APRIL 4; MAY 2, 16 & 30; JUNE 6, 2025
3 MONTHS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Roberto Bonanomi, PsyD
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Separation & Divorce: Family Therapy and Psychodrama
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2025
2 HOURS
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Violeta Kadieva, PhD, LMFT-S, AAMFT-S
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TELE’DRAMA Certification Program: International Group; LEVEL ONE
BEGINS MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2025: SEVENTEEN (17) CONSECUTIVE MONDAYS OF TRAINING & FOUR (4) SESSIONS OF GROUP SUPERVISION; 21 SESSIONS / 63 HOURS TOTAL
21 SESSIONS TRAINING & SUPERVISION / 63 HOURS TOTAL
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP
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M.E.A.L.S. (©Tele’Drama, Copyright 2023) Online Certification Program: The Psychology of Eating and Emotional Well-being | Psychodrama Training
WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 1, 8, 23, 28; NOVEMBER 5, 12, 19; DECEMBER 3, 10, 17, 2025
10-SESSION / 30-HOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Presenters: Daniela Simmons, PhD, TEP, Colleen Baratka, MA, TEP
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Psychodrama Individual Supervision: Scheduled Upon Request
SCHEDULED UPON REQUEST
60 MIN OR 120 MIN
