About Us
Where therapists and social-theatre artists find space, community, and a shared vision
Our Origin Story
A quick chat became a revelation.
Both felt the same frustrations:
Rooms too small—or too quiet—for real dramatic play
Constantly defending drama therapy instead of practising it
Few partners and little support for creative projects
Laurianne’s work as an intervention worker drained time from her acting and playback theatre projects. Natasha craved a community that could share resources and make private practice more accessible.
Together, they imagined something better: Inner Movement—a place where stories unfold freely, masks reveal rather than hide, and creativity meets wellness every day.
Why a Drama Therapy Center?
Drama therapists often work alone, spending energy justifying their field instead of developing it.
Purpose-built rooms are rare, partnerships scarce, and new projects hard to sustain.
Inner Movement changes that with:
Sound-proofed rooms designed for drama therapy
A network of peers and partner organizations
Resources that help ideas grow from page to stage
The Founders
Laurianne Brabant (she/her/they)
Drama Therapist (MA, RDT)
Laurianne has always viewed theatre as a powerful play space—an arena where one can question, share, and gather. From her earliest acting days, she searched for a tool that could break taboos, spark conversations about mental health, and foster dialogue between communities.
After earning her Master’s in Drama Therapy at Concordia, she worked as an intervention counsellor. Though rewarding, that role left little room for the full creative energy of drama therapy. Time and resources drained away from her two social-theatre nonprofits, L’Espace Potentiel and Les Porteuses d’Échos.
Creating Inner Movement enables Laurianne to realize her dream: a vibrant hub where social theatre artists and drama therapists meet, collaborate, and develop projects that spark social change.
Natasha Williot (she/her)
Drama Therapist, Canadian Counsellor, Naturopath
Natasha keeps one foot in the creative world and one in human support. As a drama therapist, Canadian counsellor, and naturopath, she centers her practice on healing, deep listening, and freedom of expression.
For years, Natasha has created safe spaces where Indigenous, Queer, and Neurodivergent clients can express themselves fully. At Inner Movement, she continues this work, transforming theatre and drama therapy into engines of inclusion, connection, and meaningful change—both for individuals and the broader community.
“Through drama, we can make sense of our experiences, embody change, and discover new ways of being.”
Our Vision
We envision a place where therapy and social theatre sit at the heart of personal and community wellness—a world where every story is heard, honoured, and supported with kindness and respect.
Our Mission
Inner Movement supports therapists and social artists through community, visibility, and resources tailored to their professional needs. By doing so, we share the benefits of therapy and social theatre with individuals and communities everywhere.
Our Values
Art and Creativity
can transform individuals and communities.
Diversity
is celebrated in an inclusive and accessible environment that welcomes each individual’s story with dignity and acknowledges both oppression and resilience
Respect and Social Justice
guide every decision and investment we make.
Community
fuels creative exchange, co-creation, and shared resources, keeping Inner Movement grounded in the real needs of those we serve.
Wellness
thrives in warm, collaborative spaces where listening and support spark personal growth
Our Partners
Inner Movement collaborates with organizations that share our vision of art and wellness, expanding access to therapy and social theatre and offering training and professional development.
