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About Dramatically Different

Dramatically Different offers creative coaching for girls aged 10–18 through two-hour minimum sessions delivered in the comfort of your home.

In a world often focused on achievement — sometimes at the expense of imagination and joy — Dramatically Different creates space for girls to value authenticity over conformity, courage over comparison, and self-acceptance over external validation.

Dramatically Different is a non-clinical creative coaching service supporting girls to build confidence, self-expression and a strong sense of identity. Operating at the intersection of youth wellbeing, personal development and creative education, it provides a preventative, strengths-based alternative to traditional clinical pathways, using creativity as a tool for growth.

With more than 25 years’ experience supporting women and girls, the program offers personalised mentoring that complements busy family life while building confidence, communication and everyday life skills.

Sessions take place one-on-one in the girl’s own home, creating a relaxed environment where she can feel safe and at ease. Working independently with Erika allows space for creative play without judgement or performance pressure, building confidence through real human connection that cannot be replicated digitally.

Feeling Different

  • Self-Discovery: Drama allows individuals to explore new roles, perspectives, and aspects of themselves.

  • mproved Motor Skills: Playing instruments, dancing, or acting enhances fine and gross motor coordination, balance, and physical dexterity.

  • Drama Therapy: Uses role-playing and storytelling to work on personal growth and emotional integration in a supportive environment.

  • In conclusion, these creative therapies are "life-changing" because they focus on a person's abilities rather than their limitations, providing a sense of achievement and joy that enhances overall well-being.

  • elf-expression and empowerment for people living with disability.increased communication skills, improved academics, or improved behavior related to engagement.

  • Safe Social Practice: Role-play provides a structured, predictable environment for individuals with autism or anxiety to practice social interactions, reducing the unpredictability of everyday life.Learn how to teach creative play to children with autism through drama activities like character building, role-playing, and storytelling.

  • Role models provide a source of inspiration and motivation, encouraging individuals with disabilities to believe in their own potential. They offer a tangible example of success, showing that with determination and perseverance, obstacles can be overcome.

Health and Wellbeing



Anxiety, Body Image, Self Esteem


artists express ideas that entertain, challenge, or comfort those around us. Music and theatre can intervene in some of the central debates of our times, changing hearts and minds in powerful and unique ways.

emotional conflicts reconciliation, social skills development, reality orientation improvement, relief of anxiety and depression and boosts of self-esteem are achieved.

Increased Empathy: By "stepping into another's shoes," participants can better understand different viewpoints and emotions

  • Expressive Outlet: Drama provides a safe space for individuals to express, explore, and release intense emotions like anger, fear, or joy in a constructive way.

  • Confidence Building: Taking on a character and performing helps boost self-esteem and provides a sense of purpose and credibility.

  • Reduced Anxiety: It helps in reducing fear over time by allowing individuals to confront situations that may be stressful for them (e.g., medical procedures or social interactions)Structured role-play helps participants learn to stay on topic, follow storylines, and practice impulse control

Presenting and Public Speaking

  • Creativity and Flexibility: It encourages imaginative thinking and helps individuals adapt to new situations or different ways of doing things.

  • Life Skills Training: Role-play is often used to teach functional daily life skills, such as visiting a doctor, ordering food, or navigating public transport

  • Voice and Self-Advocacy: Theatre-based interventions help individuals with disabilities share their own stories and raise awareness, fostering self-advocacy.

  • Accessible Learning: Drama techniques can be adapted to be sensory-friendly and physically accessible, allowing everyone to participate, regardless of ability level