Valerie Simon, LCSW, TEP, CET III, creator of The Inner Stage®, uniquely blends her entertainment industry background with her expertise as a certified IFS therapist and certified psychodramatist.
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Upcoming Workshops
- September 21 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Befriending Your Anxious Parts in Action – IFS Conference
Valerie will present a workshop entitled Befriending Your Anxious Parts in Action at the 2025 IFS Conference in St. Charles, IL. We are living in polarized times and many of
- February 13, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Play Your Parts® at Inner World Collective
Valerie will be presenting a FREE two-hour virtual workshop on her Play Your Parts® method combining IFS and psychodrama for Inner World Collective.
Workshops for Performers
Valerie created a series of experiential workshops designed to help professional performers access their creativity and spontaneity through action methods including psychodrama and IFS. Valerie guides actors, singers, musicians, dancers, comedians, and other performers to remove any emotional blocks so they can confidently manifest more authentic performances. Workshops focus on topics such as:
Facing a Challenging Role
Taming the Inner Critic
Stage Fright (and How To Manage It)
Finding Authenticity in Your Performance
Breaking Through Emotional Blocks
Valerie is available to consult with a variety of performing groups including bands, dance troupes, theatre groups, and improv troupes. She can help with any blocks to creativity and spontaneity for Broadway/off-Broadway productions. Valerie is also available to teach psychodramatic and IFS methods to students and teachers at acting schools and universities around the world. Valerie can be emailed here for further information.