Abstract

This paper utilizes a bibliographical methodology. The intention of this paper is to connect and synthesize three fields of research: drama therapy, sexual identity/orientation, and attachment theory. There is a comprehensive literature review of child and adult attachment theory, sexual identity/orientation in regards to identity formation, attachment and sex and sexuality, and drama therapy in connection to attachment theory and to sexual identity/orientation. This paper also offers suggestions for the drama therapist that may be addressing both attachment related difficulties in adulthood and those dealing with their sexual identity/orientation in his or her practice. The author addresses his own experience with attachment and sexual identity/orientation. This paper addresses limitations, areas for further study, and contributions to the field of drama therapy.