WHAT IS DANCE THERAPY?

For decades, traditional therapy has focused on the mind, often overlooking the deep connection between body, mind, and spirit. Dance and Movement Therapy (DMT), recognized since the 1940s, is now gaining attention as a powerful healing tool—especially for survivors of gender violence and domestic abuse.

The American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) defines DMT as “the psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration, improving overall well-being.” Research shows that incorporating movement into trauma therapy can enhance healing, shorten recovery time, and lead to deeper, lasting transformation.

Experts like Peter Levine and Pat Ogden emphasize that trauma isn’t just stored in the mind—it’s also held in the body. Through dance, survivors can access and release deeply embedded fight-flight-freeze responses, unlocking healing beyond words.

By blending movement, music, art, and somatic techniques with traditional therapy, DMT offers a unique path to emotional freedom and empowerment. Your body holds the key to healing—let’s move forward together.