The Bodhana Group is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocates the use of tabletop gaming as a directed therapeutic and clinical practice that can benefit personal growth as well as enhance social and educational services to individuals and families. The Bodhana Group advocates the use of tabletop gaming as a directed therapeutic and clinical practice that can benefit personal growth as well as enhance social and educational services to individuals and families. We believe that the inherent benefit one gets from playing games can be focused and utilized to make one better. Better at math or reading. Better at socializing or emotional expression. Better at coping skills. Better at life. Professional & Community Training & Consultation The Bodhana Group supports the training and development of parents, guardians, caretakers, and professionals in the fields of Human Services, Education, and Community Programs. Our approach is focused and customized to the needs of the organization served, engaging participants in discussions and activities designed to put them at ease when examining topics that are new or may be of a sensitive nature. Tabletop Gaming From elementary schools and homeschool groups to retirement communities and hospitals, The Bodhana Group is ready to bring tabletop games to you! We offer free gaming events open to the public, private game groups meant to focus on specific skills, and consultation services on how you can incorporate the therapeutic value of gaming into your program. Research & Development The Bodhana Group is currently working on an adjunct treatment model incorporating role playing games that will include a book for parents and therapists alike, a set of workbooks and therapeutic modules, and a regular videocast that seeks to bring together other professionals who are utilizing tabletop games.