Drama therapy and housing insecurity: A mixed-methods study of drama therapy with adults in supportive housing

Individuals facing housing insecurity are at elevated risk for loneliness, social isolation and poor well-being. This mixed-methods study ( N = 52) examined a twelve-week drama therapy program with adults in permanent supportive housing using surveys, interviews and photo-elicitation. Significant increases in perceived group support were observed ( z = 2.03, p < 0.05), with higher creative self-efficacy among interview participants ( z = 2.54, p < 0.05). Six qualitative themes highlighted personal growth, social connection, emotional expression and structured therapeutic engagement. Integrated meta-inferences showed that participants experienced meaningful psychosocial benefits even when quantitative changes were modest. Drama therapy offers an accessible, relational intervention that supports connection, well-being and engagement in supportive housing settings.