About Overture

Overture is a creative coaching space founded by counselor and drama therapist Olivia Candocia and improviser and musician Dave Asher. Blending the artistry of improvisation and music with the depth of drama therapy and mental health support, we guide people into a space of play, presence, and possibility.
Our approach is grounded and compassionate—designed to help you rediscover your voice, express yourself authentically, and engage with life in new and meaningful ways. Sessions invite openness, curiosity, and creativity, while providing a safe and supportive environment where growth can happen.
Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking to heal from addiction, coping with anxiety or depression, or simply looking to reconnect with your sense of aliveness, Overture offers a uniquely powerful space for change—one that bridges the best of the arts and therapy to support real transformation.

Olivia is a mental health counselor and drama therapist who has worn—and still wears—many hats, including actor, theatre director, voice actor, and preschool teacher. At the heart of all her work is a throughline: supporting people in exploring themselves with curiosity, celebrating their authenticity, embracing mistakes, and connecting through play and shared humanity.

Dave Asher is a musician, improviser, and coach dedicated to helping people connect more deeply with themselves and others through creativity. With a background spanning The Second City, iO Theater, and Boom Chicago, Dave brings decades of experience at the intersection of music and improv. From live piano improvisation to collaborative storytelling, his work reflects a passion for turning spontaneous expression into lasting connection. Whether performing, composing, or guiding others, Dave creates spaces where authenticity, artistry, and growth flourish.