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Episode #206: Social Skills Groups Using Dungeons and Dragons and Theater with Rob Harvey

Rob Harvey specializes in cooperative, fun social skills groups, using creative strategies to teach social language in ways that truly resonate. Today, we explore the transformative power of thinking outside the box when it comes to social skills development.

Rob’s innovative approach integrates therapy with theater and tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons. Starting with theater, learners practice social skills by engaging with scripts during rehearsals and performing in front of an audience. This structured setting provides a safe space for learners to build confidence, interact, and refine their social abilities.

Seeking opportunities to promote improvisational skills, Rob turned to one of his passions: tabletop role-playing games. These activities go beyond scripts, encouraging learners to dive into spontaneous social interactions. They don’t just foster interest and motivation—they offer real-life experiences, helping learners develop initiation skills, express emotion, and create lasting connections that extend beyond the group.

“Lead with joy” is a message Rob passionately shares, and it’s his top tip for launching bold, innovative therapy ideas. Find someone who shares your excitement, and imagine the possibilities that emerge when you embrace silliness! Breaking that barrier opens the door to incredible engagement and connection.

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Today’s Guest:

Rob Harvey is a Therapeutic Dungeon Master and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, specializing in using Dungeons & Dragons, theater, and other creative groups to foster social connections for autistic individuals. Through creative gameplay and motivation-based interventions, Rob helps build confidence, teach social skills, and create meaningful experiences in a supportive environment.

What’s Inside:

  • Creating community with social language skill groups.
  • Creative, cooperative, and out of the box therapy strategies.
  • Table top role play and theater as social skills practice.
  • What it means to “Lead with Joy”.

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