Dance Movement Therapy in V5C
Taran is a Self-Love/Worth Mentor & Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) living out her mission and purpose to support thousands of WOC (Women of Color) to release crippling self-doubt, increase their self-worth, and manifest their dream life.
Taran is a Self-Love/Worth Mentor & Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) living out her mission and purpose to support thousands of WOC (Women of Color) to release crippling self-doubt, increase their self-worth, and manifest their dream life.
Firepot Expressive Arts was founded on the belief that everyone has a unique creative spark waiting to be ignited. My mission is to guide you on a journey of self-discovery & growth, helping you turn your dreams into reality. With over 20 years experience leading & facilitating in creative spaces, I have witnessed & experienced first-hand the transformative power of creativity & the imagination. As an Expressive Arts facilitator & therapist, I support people just like you to find, execute & achieve their goals & dreams by using the creative process as a catalyst for change.
Firepot Expressive Arts was founded on the belief that everyone has a unique creative spark waiting to be ignited. My mission is to guide you on a journey of self-discovery & growth, helping you turn your dreams into reality. With over 20 years experience leading & facilitating in creative spaces, I have witnessed & experienced first-hand the transformative power of creativity & the imagination. As an Expressive Arts facilitator & therapist, I support people just like you to find, execute & achieve their goals & dreams by using the creative process as a catalyst for change.
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What can I expect from dance/movement therapy?
During dance therapy, the therapist will guide the client through dance movements that metaphorically represent a particular challenge, reflect their internal emotional state, or otherwise express physically what is happening for the client mentally. The therapist may “mirror” the client’s movements or simply observe. The client may be encouraged, as they dance, to pay attention to their breath or other physical sensations. Afterward, the therapist and client will often debrief to help the client process the experience.
Is dance/movement therapy evidence-based?
A small body of research has found that dance therapy can help treat conditions like depression, PTSD, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as nonclinical issues like low self-esteem or family conflict. However, some experts caution that the evidence in favor of dance therapy is not as robust as that of other, more established therapies, and some of the published research is of low quality. Many recommend that dance therapy be used as a complementary rather than stand-alone treatment.
Can dance therapy help with depression?
Some research suggests that dance/movement therapy can aid in the treatment of depression, especially when combined with other therapies; some studies, for example, report that dance therapy combined with antidepressants or talk therapy is more effective than those treatments alone. The positive effects of dance therapy may come from the movement itself, as it’s well-known that physical activity can improve mood and bolster motivation in those struggling with depression.
What are the limitations of dance therapy?
People with disabilities or other conditions that hinder movement may find it more challenging to participate in dance therapy, though a well-trained therapist will take a client’s physical limitations into account when designing a treatment plan. Experts also warn that certain conditions, particularly eating disorders, should never be treated with dance therapy alone; it may, however, be used as an adjunct therapy.