Dance and Movement Therapy (DMT) is multidisciplinary, combining the field of mental health counseling and dance and/or movement. Dance and Movement Therapy, a therapeutic modality that offers many types of interventions, allows individuals to use the body as an information source by turning the focus inward and creating a deeper awareness of the self on a visceral level.

The American Dance and Movement Therapy Association (ADTA) defines DMT as: a process-driven approach to psychotherapy that involves embodied experiences through dance and movement to promote healing, self-growth, and wellness in individuals and communities. Dance and Movement Therapy is grounded in ancient healing, spiritual, and cultural practices that are integrated with contemporary approaches to psychotherapy. The intersectionality of mind, body, and spirit is facilitated through the use of spontaneous, creative movement expression, body awareness, and nonverbal communication. The practice of Dance and Movement Therapy respects the sociocultural context of individuals, groups, and communities across all ages, genders, and abilities (American Dance Therapy Association’s Multicultural & Diversity Committee, 2021)

Dance and Movement Therapists combine the elements of dance, movement systems, creative processes, and psychological and scientific theories to address the specific needs of groups and individuals. They work in clinical, institutional, community and private settings, using clear therapeutic contracts, agreements, and goals.

Interested in learning more or trying Dance and Movement Therapy for yourself, please get in touch with us.

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