Interpersonal communication workshops
About ActEffect
ActEffect was founded by Yechiam Berko, psychodrama therapist (M.A.A.T.), television and theater actor and human security and intelligence (HUMINT) expert. The project is designed to provide services to the entrepreneurial and business sector and the most classified teams in the security forces
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Act-Effect is a consulting and training enterprise that specializes in enhancing communication strategies and refining interpersonal skills for private, business, and security entities.
We incorporate methods and techniques from the realms of acting and theater, psychodrama therapy, and human and security intelligence. These have been harmoniously combined into a distinctive blend, all with the purpose of addressing the individual and professional requirements of each client.
Photographer: Ariel Ben Moshe
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Yechiam Berko - the founder of Act-Effect.
Psychodrama therapist, theater, television, and film actor. Leads interpersonal communication and acting workshops for the most classified units in the security forces, as well as the entrepreneurial and business sectors.
He accompanies entrepreneurs and business owners in public speaking engagements, crisis management situations, and enhancing interpersonal communication with colleagues and customers.
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Therapy: Master's degree (M.A.A.T) in psychodrama therapy.
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Directing: Bachelor's degree (B.Ed.F.A) in directing and teaching theater.
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Acting: Graduated from the school of acting in the three-year track At the Kibbutzim Seminary School of Performing Arts.
As a psychodrama therapist, he specializes in extensive work with prisoners at the Prisoner Authority ("RASHA"), as well as with addicts at a rehabilitation and recovery center in Emek Hefer. He holds an international certificate (earned through a scholarship) as an accomplished psychodrama therapist with a particular focus on children and youth, granted by the European Federation for Psychodrama (F.E.P.T.O.) - INTERPLAY. Furthermore, he serves as a psychodramatist at the post-hospital facility for youth with mental disorders "Rachsim" (Guy Group) and as a therapist in the "Sikoyim Program," tailored for juvenile delinquents under the auspices of the "Yedidim Association." Additionally, he assumes the role of a permanent lecturer for educational and administrative staff within the teachers' association.
As an actor, he has appeared in series such as "Sky," "Moon Years," "Head Wounded," "The Greenhouse," "The System," and other projects. He has also taken part in theatrical productions like "End Game" by Samuel Beckett at the "Cameri Theater," as well as "Red," "Bug," "Mothers of Three," "On the Other Side," and more. His acting career extends to international projects, including the American movie "To The Ends Of The Earth," and the films "Boward Walk," "Water Flour," and "No Bad Ending." Additionally, he previously held a leading role in the "Itim Ensemble," directed by Rina Yerushalmi, an Israeli Prize laureate. As part of his studies, he received scholarships from prestigious organizations, including the Michel Kikuin Foundation, along with the Ahla Halevi, Inbal Midan, Shmuel Bonim Foundations, and others.
On the security front, Yechiam emerged from the intelligence realm of the IDF. In 2019, he was recognized as an outstanding reservist in an operational and classified intelligence unit, an acknowledgment bestowed by the unit's commander in the presence of the President of the State of Israel and the IDF Intelligence General.
Born in 1991, Yechiam is a married father of four, residing in Moshav Beit Hanania. He is an avid horse lover and breeder, also owning an olive grove that yields non-profit boutique olive oil. Currently, he is undergoing advanced studies in Jungian analytical psychotherapy through the three-year track at the Kibbutzim Seminary College.
Represented as an actor by:
Ayala Barak personal management.
The journey of Act-Effect began through years of experience leading workshops for the security forces. I had the honor of sharing the transformative power of interpersonal communication and the world of acting with the elite and classified units in the IDF. Witnessing the profound impact of these workshops, I was driven to extend their reach beyond the realm of security and tailor them to the corporate, entrepreneurial, and business landscape.
As a seasoned professional actor, I recognized that the art of improvisation holds the key to empowering individuals and effectively managing crisis situations with spontaneity and creativity. Through the lens of improvisation, I discovered a means to navigate through complex challenges across all facets of life. Moreover, I observed that the actor's ability to seamlessly "get into character" could profoundly influence business interactions. Strengthening self-confidence further plays a pivotal role in shaping operative business personas, both in public-speaking engagements and intimate "one-on-one" business discussions.
Completing my master's degree in psychodrama therapy opened my eyes to its remarkable positive effects on the human psyche. Psychodrama not only strengthens interpersonal bonds and nurtures reciprocity and empathy among group members, but it also provides a platform for individual growth. Illuminating alternative viewpoints, psychodrama emerges as a powerful tool within workplace teams. This approach fosters emotional regulation, cultivates a supportive organizational environment, builds trust, confidence, and amplifies collaborative efforts.
My tenure in the IDF's Human intelligence ("HUMANT") unit significantly enriched Act-Effect's trajectory. Acquiring exclusive techniques within this clandestine world over nearly 15 years bestowed "Act-Effect" a distinct strategic edge over competitors. Abilities such as adaptation, persuasion, shaping opinions, and skillfully addressing objections became fundamental assets for thriving in today's rapidly evolving business milieu.
This amalgamation of knowledge, experience, and passion culminated in the birth of "Act-Effect". Moreover, the essence of "Act-Effect" lies in the fusion of three pivotal components: the art of acting, psychodrama, and human intelligence - security. Our workshops remain adaptable to the unique needs of our clientele, tailored precisely for the entrepreneurial and business realm.
The story of ActEffect
Today, "Act-Effect" extends its services to a multitude of companies, enriching their personnel with a diverse skill set conducive to personal and professional growth. Continually captivating, our workshops inspire, motivate, and resonate deeply with every participant.
"Act-Effect" doesn't just create success stories; we forge narratives that reverberate far beyond the confines of the workshop. Join me in embarking on this extraordinary journey to fortify and empower your team. Together, we'll weave triumphs that transcend the stage, making an indelible mark in the entrepreneurial and business landscape.
Wherever we are present, we put on a different mask.
I don't mean hypocrisy - I mean complexity. Do you behave in front of your boss the same way you behave in your personal relationships? We are dynamic! A unique puzzle composed of many parts, most of which we have yet to discover. We change according to our environment, experiences, and the events we encounter, as well as the people we meet. Unbeknownst to us, we are all actors.
Given this, our task becomes honing this ability and mastering this talent, all the while acknowledging that everything already exists within us.
We simply need to believe it's there.
Yechiam Berko - ActEffect
