Sophie Gunnion Lasek

Sophie Gunnion Lasek is an experienced dramatherapist currently serving as Head of Therapeutic Services at The Self Space since January 2018 and has been self-employed since May 2016. With a focus on supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs as well as special educational needs (SEN), Sophie also co-facilitated a weekly drama workshop for adolescents with mental health needs at Greenwich and Lewisham Young People's Theatre from May 2017 to July 2018. Previous roles include providing dramatherapy to patients in inpatient acute and psychiatric intensive care units at East London NHS Foundation Trust and working as a Centre Director and tutor at Explore Learning. Sophie's academic background includes a Master's Degree in Drama and Movement Therapy from the Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London, and a First Class Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with Drama & Theatre Studies from the University of Chester.