Noname Nerd Partners with Dr. Brian J. Thomas to Launch Inner Quest™: A Groundbreaking TTRPG System for Therapeutic Practice

January 1, 2026:  Noname Nerd, a company well established in engaging tabletop experiences, today announced the launch of Inner Quest™, a revolutionary Tabletop Role-Playing Game (TTRPG) system specifically designed for therapeutic application. Developed in partnership with Dr. Brian J. Thomas, Ph.D., a sociologist with over two decades of experience in higher education, Inner Quest offers clinicians a robust, neuro-affirming framework for social-emotional learning and client engagement.

Inner Quest emerges from the unique synergy of Dr. Thomas's extensive academic background—including a Ph.D. in Sociology—and his profound understanding of human interaction, fused with a lifelong passion for gaming. This partnership redefines how TTRPGs can be leveraged as potent, evidence-based tools in clinical practice.

"For years, I've observed the transformative power of tabletop gaming in fostering social skills, problem-solving, and emotional regulation," says Dr. Brian J. Thomas. "Inner Quest is the culmination of my academic insights into human behavior and my personal experience with TTRPGs. We've built a system that offers clinicians a structured, engaging, and ready-to-implement framework, specifically designed to meet clients where they are, especially those who may find traditional talk therapy less accessible."

The Inner Quest™ Basic Package provides therapists, counselors, and educators with a comprehensive digital toolkit, including:

• The IQ-Engine Core Manual: A professional guide to integrating therapeutic TTRPGs.

• Facilitator’s Clinical Guide: Strategies for group dynamics and goal-oriented sessions.

• 5 Targeted Narrative Modules: Focused quests addressing themes like anxiety, grief, executive function, and social connection.

• Clinical Documentation Suite: Intake forms and session-tracking templates.

• Neuro-Affirming Resources: Pre-generated avatars and visual aids optimized for engaging neurodivergent clients.

Noname Nerd is committed to pioneering "Serious Play," transforming imaginative worlds into vehicles for genuine growth. "Our collaboration with Dr. Thomas is a testament to this mission," states a Noname Nerd representative. "Inner Quest is more than a product; it’s a clinically informed solution that empowers therapists to unlock new levels of client engagement and therapeutic success."

The Inner Quest Basic Package is available for immediate download exclusively at https://www.nonamenerd.com/products/inner-quest-basic-package.

About Noname Nerd™: Noname Nerd™ is dedicated to creating innovative and engaging tabletop experiences that transcend traditional gaming, fostering learning, connection, and personal growth. We champion "Serious Play," partnering with experts to develop tools that blend entertainment with education and therapeutic impact.

About Dr. Brian J. Thomas, Ph.D.: Dr. Brian J. Thomas holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Michigan State University and an MA from the University of Oregon. With over two decades in higher education, Dr. Thomas specializes in the intersection of human science and interactive systems, creating frameworks that bridge academic rigor with real-world application.