TGV x TIF Presents:

Therapeutic D&D

In partnership with Transgender Victoria (TGV). The Iceberg Foundation is excited to launch a therapeutic D&D program in 2026. Facilitated by our D&D Dungeon Master Grat Hodges (they/them), who brings over 40 years experience in tabletop gaming and counsellor Lauren Breen (she/her) who brings extensive counselling experience [click on Grat and Lauren’s names to learn more about them!]

Look at the FAQs below to find out more about Dungeons and Dragons and Therapeutic Dungeons and Dragons!

This 8 week in person weekly experience will be available to all TGV patrons (those who attend services or groups with TGV) free of cost!

Program Dates:

Session 0 [initial set up session]
Fri 16th Jan, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 1
Fri 23rd Jan, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 2
Fri 30th Jan, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 3
Fri 6th Feb, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 4
Fri 13th Feb, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 5
Fri 20th Feb, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Session 6 [finale]
Fri 27th Feb, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Debrief Session
Fri 6th March, 11:30 - 3:00pm

Program Info:

Location: Affirmation Station: Wurundjeri Country, Kulin Nation [Brunswick, VIC]

Cost: It’s free!

Equipment: All equipment provided

For who: For all TGV patrons

Signing up: Please fill out the EOI below. Our counsellor will contact you to chat further

The world of Dungeons and Dragons awaits.

Sign up your interest.

Name

First Name

Last Name

Pronouns

Month and Year of Birth

Phone

(###)

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Preferred method of communication

Any accessibility/cultural requirements or questions?

What experience with role playing games do you have?

E.g.: Murder mysetery parties, LARPing, theatre, improv

What are you wanting to get out of this experience?

E.g.: More connection with my community or look at the stories about myself differently

What therapeutic goals would you like to work on?

E.g.: anxiety, depression, ruminating, isolation

Are you a TGV patron or have engaged in an event or group with them previously?

Yes

Will you be supported by a support worker

FAQs

“DnD, or Dungeons and Dragons, is an immersive tabletop roleplaying game set in a fantasy world of magic, myth and monsters. Players take on the role of heroic adventurers, who defeat evil foes, solve riddles, & explore ancient ruins to gain fame and fortune and to save the innocent. With only a handful of dice and your imagination, your group will create a fantastic story together, guided by the Dungeon Master”
“Therapeutic DnD is a method for taking the narrative, imaginative and social elements of a tabletop roleplaying game and applying them to a player’s mental health situation. The game allows scenarios of therapeutic value to be played out safely and with support, and helps the player try out new techniques for handling issues of concern. In a group of players with similar goals, therapeutic DnD offers a flexible tool for helping people find confidence, navigate stress and target specific issues in a fun, collaborative way.”
Absolutely! all skill and experience levels are welcome!
Due to the therapeutic, and relationship building nature of this experience, it is expected that you attend all 8 sessions. If you are unwell, or unable to attend for any other reason, please inform your facilitators as early as possible.
Our counsellor will be masked and we will have masks available if you’d like to mask. We will also have air purifiers with HEPA filters in the room. Masks are not manditory. We encourage people who are sick to not attend sessions.
Formal support workers are welcome! We ask for informal supports to not be in the room however are welcome to hang out at affirmation station whilst you play.