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Lexi Chatara-Middleton
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longmont, CO 80504
As a Dance/Movement Therapist, I use verbal and non-verbal methods to guide parents in the present moment in exploring/expressing.
My passion is supporting parents who have experienced difficult births. Bringing another life into this world is an important and challenging experience. Whether you are the individual who gave birth or a witness, there can be immediate and/or lasting waves of physical and emotional difficulties that may effect your life. These paths are unique to each of us because every birth is important and impactful. My work is to listen and journey with you as you explore your birth story and the impacts it has had on your life. Although this is an area of focus, I work with adolescents and adults needing support in other areas of life.
As a Dance/Movement Therapist, I use verbal and non-verbal methods to guide parents in the present moment in exploring/expressing.
My passion is supporting parents who have experienced difficult births. Bringing another life into this world is an important and challenging experience. Whether you are the individual who gave birth or a witness, there can be immediate and/or lasting waves of physical and emotional difficulties that may effect your life. These paths are unique to each of us because every birth is important and impactful. My work is to listen and journey with you as you explore your birth story and the impacts it has had on your life. Although this is an area of focus, I work with adolescents and adults needing support in other areas of life.
(720) 608-4374 View (720) 608-4374
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Marci Davis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80504
My clients want to become their best selves. To work with their issues directly to enable themselves to be fully present and expressed in the world. I want clients who want to know how they themselves work. I love to use psycho-education to help the client be their own best advocate for themselves.
My clients want to become their best selves. To work with their issues directly to enable themselves to be fully present and expressed in the world. I want clients who want to know how they themselves work. I love to use psycho-education to help the client be their own best advocate for themselves.
(303) 854-7274 View (303) 854-7274
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Roslynn Regnery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Longmont, CO 80504
I am currently accepting clients 3-10 years old and 20-65 years old! I creatively support gender and racially diverse clients, including students, mamas, papas, children, and adults making life transitions. I love working in nature with art, stories, and metaphors. My clients often deal with grief, lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and boundaries. In therapy, we take these wounds and uncover their “Golden Shadow.”
I am currently accepting clients 3-10 years old and 20-65 years old! I creatively support gender and racially diverse clients, including students, mamas, papas, children, and adults making life transitions. I love working in nature with art, stories, and metaphors. My clients often deal with grief, lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and boundaries. In therapy, we take these wounds and uncover their “Golden Shadow.”
(720) 759-3574 View (720) 759-3574
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Ellie Brown
Clinical Social Work Candidate, LSW
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80501
Maybe you are asking yourself; some of these questions. - How can I stop worrying so much? How can I find hope again? How can I develop the relationships and connections I truly desire? How can I understand and manage big emotions and triggers? How can I get unstuck and move forward in the ways I want to in my life? How can I fill this big emptiness I feel and find joy again?
Maybe you are asking yourself; some of these questions. - How can I stop worrying so much? How can I find hope again? How can I develop the relationships and connections I truly desire? How can I understand and manage big emotions and triggers? How can I get unstuck and move forward in the ways I want to in my life? How can I fill this big emptiness I feel and find joy again?
(720) 806-5793 View (720) 806-5793
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Mount Saint Vincent
MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thornton, CO 80023
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Mount Saint Vincent has been helping children and families in the Denver area for over 135 years. Let us help you and your child with our Pediatric Behavioral Health services: Outpatient Therapy, In-Home Therapy and Day Treatment. Our Masters level clinicians offer evidenced based counseling modalities specific to client needs, including: Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, Trauma Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(720) 640-8471 View (720) 640-8471

Online Therapists

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Eva Glaser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, IMH-E, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80305
My dance therapy background helps highlight the value of nonverbal attunement.
I am licensed in CO and NY, and I offer remote therapy in both states, with an in-person option in CO. Parenting is the hardest and most important job out there! Every parent child relationship is unique. I offer individualized therapeutic support for all families in any stage of their parenting journey including: expecting, post-partum, and those in the throes of navigating their little ones' big feelings and behaviors. Parenthood can be a source of great delight as well as bring up past traumas, anxiety, and depression. I offer support and expertise to navigate these challenges.
My dance therapy background helps highlight the value of nonverbal attunement.
I am licensed in CO and NY, and I offer remote therapy in both states, with an in-person option in CO. Parenting is the hardest and most important job out there! Every parent child relationship is unique. I offer individualized therapeutic support for all families in any stage of their parenting journey including: expecting, post-partum, and those in the throes of navigating their little ones' big feelings and behaviors. Parenthood can be a source of great delight as well as bring up past traumas, anxiety, and depression. I offer support and expertise to navigate these challenges.
(720) 809-7757 View (720) 809-7757
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KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80501
Our therapists utilize many effective modalities including art and dance therapy, play therapy, EMDR therapy, and engaging talk therapy.
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Our therapists utilize many effective modalities including art and dance therapy, play therapy, EMDR therapy, and engaging talk therapy.
KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
(720) 597-7989 View (720) 597-7989
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Kate DeGraaf
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80305
These could include art therapy, dream work, movement, mindfulness, observation of symbolic processes or reminiscing.
Are you struggling with something? You might feel like life isn’t as vibrant as it once was, or relationships are fraught with conflict. It can be difficult to get out of these places in life on our own. You might feel like it’s best to tough it out or figure it out alone, but you don’t have to. Most of my clients struggle with depression and trauma which causes their lives to feel less like places of their own creation and more like somewhere they just ended up. I welcome clients of all backgrounds who are seeking agency and meaning.
These could include art therapy, dream work, movement, mindfulness, observation of symbolic processes or reminiscing.
Are you struggling with something? You might feel like life isn’t as vibrant as it once was, or relationships are fraught with conflict. It can be difficult to get out of these places in life on our own. You might feel like it’s best to tough it out or figure it out alone, but you don’t have to. Most of my clients struggle with depression and trauma which causes their lives to feel less like places of their own creation and more like somewhere they just ended up. I welcome clients of all backgrounds who are seeking agency and meaning.
(720) 764-9941 View (720) 764-9941
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Lindsey Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80234
Clients can experience: somatic dance/movement as a mode of healing, inclusion and communication, CBT and strengths-based approaches as forms of empowerment and client centered techniques allowing them to guide the process and experience freedom of expression, while holding space for cultural, social and learned norms, values and narratives.
I work primarily with children who are experiencing difficulties in school, social settings and family life. Much of the training I have received has been in working with those with neuro-diversity in which I use models of self-advocacy, self-expression, and self-esteem in order to obtain growth toward client-based goals. Goals often include but are not limited to increasing awareness of emotional sensations, building coping skills, lowering symptoms of anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns and increasing relationship skills.
Clients can experience: somatic dance/movement as a mode of healing, inclusion and communication, CBT and strengths-based approaches as forms of empowerment and client centered techniques allowing them to guide the process and experience freedom of expression, while holding space for cultural, social and learned norms, values and narratives.
I work primarily with children who are experiencing difficulties in school, social settings and family life. Much of the training I have received has been in working with those with neuro-diversity in which I use models of self-advocacy, self-expression, and self-esteem in order to obtain growth toward client-based goals. Goals often include but are not limited to increasing awareness of emotional sensations, building coping skills, lowering symptoms of anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns and increasing relationship skills.
(720) 458-0642 View (720) 458-0642
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Linnea Jewett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80305
My training consists of PACT: Stan Tatkin; EFT: Sue Johnson; The Couple's Institute: Ellyn Bader & Peter Pearson; Authentic Movement: Zoe Avstreih & Eleni Levidi.
I love working with couples! A flourishing relationship gives us access to a more fulfilled life. When we feel seen, understood and supported...we thrive! In couples work, we better our skills in communication, vulnerability and emotional regulation...the result: more empathy, patience, forgiveness, tolerance and resiliency during painful anger, conflict and difference. It is my sole purpose to help individuals cultivate meaningful connection and trust within themselves and their partners. Don't let old stories and stuck behavior keep you from learning, expanding and healing. I do believe in hope and transformation!
My training consists of PACT: Stan Tatkin; EFT: Sue Johnson; The Couple's Institute: Ellyn Bader & Peter Pearson; Authentic Movement: Zoe Avstreih & Eleni Levidi.
I love working with couples! A flourishing relationship gives us access to a more fulfilled life. When we feel seen, understood and supported...we thrive! In couples work, we better our skills in communication, vulnerability and emotional regulation...the result: more empathy, patience, forgiveness, tolerance and resiliency during painful anger, conflict and difference. It is my sole purpose to help individuals cultivate meaningful connection and trust within themselves and their partners. Don't let old stories and stuck behavior keep you from learning, expanding and healing. I do believe in hope and transformation!
(720) 605-4187 View (720) 605-4187
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Andrea Bullard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Windsor, CO 80528
In her post graduate years, she has continued to study early attachment and trauma through body awareness, movement, and a pre and perinatal lens.
Life is a journey, sometimes it can feel like a struggle. Andrea Bullard believes that our experiences are learning opportunities and the work you do to meet them, as an individual, as a couple, or as a family, is a journey home, to yourself, and your relationships. Andrea seeks to engage the body, the mind, and the heart, and supports clients’ curiosity and presence by providing a safe, judgment-free environment. Therapeutic work can feel very delicate and simultaneously potent.
In her post graduate years, she has continued to study early attachment and trauma through body awareness, movement, and a pre and perinatal lens.
Life is a journey, sometimes it can feel like a struggle. Andrea Bullard believes that our experiences are learning opportunities and the work you do to meet them, as an individual, as a couple, or as a family, is a journey home, to yourself, and your relationships. Andrea seeks to engage the body, the mind, and the heart, and supports clients’ curiosity and presence by providing a safe, judgment-free environment. Therapeutic work can feel very delicate and simultaneously potent.
(970) 427-2316 View (970) 427-2316
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Dr. Ashlie Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
We use 3D brain imaging, comprehensive brain-body wellness assessments, and other analyses to find the roots, and then offer a variety of innovative interventions, such as neurofeedback, neurostimulation, psychotherapy, movement, mindfulness,and nutrition to help clients rewire their brains, optimize their health, and become the best versions of themselves.
I am an integrative neurotherapist/psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and owner of an integrative brain-body wellness center called NeuroGrove. The people that come to us are often struggling with cognitive or emotional challenges, such as anxiety, posttraumatic stress, depression, attention deficits, memory issues, "mystery illnesses", or lasting effects following a concussion/brain injury. Many of these clients' struggles have not been adequately resolved through conventional medicine or psychotherapy alone, or they are looking for effective natural alternatives. For more information, see our website: www.neurogrove.com
We use 3D brain imaging, comprehensive brain-body wellness assessments, and other analyses to find the roots, and then offer a variety of innovative interventions, such as neurofeedback, neurostimulation, psychotherapy, movement, mindfulness,and nutrition to help clients rewire their brains, optimize their health, and become the best versions of themselves.
I am an integrative neurotherapist/psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and owner of an integrative brain-body wellness center called NeuroGrove. The people that come to us are often struggling with cognitive or emotional challenges, such as anxiety, posttraumatic stress, depression, attention deficits, memory issues, "mystery illnesses", or lasting effects following a concussion/brain injury. Many of these clients' struggles have not been adequately resolved through conventional medicine or psychotherapy alone, or they are looking for effective natural alternatives. For more information, see our website: www.neurogrove.com
(303) 828-7473 View (303) 828-7473
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Silvan Erb-Summers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80305
A masters in Somatic Counseling Psychology & Movement Therapy create the foundation for my work.
We'll figure this out together! Get back to baseline and begin to build the life you want to live. I'll help you learn to use your body as a resource for your mind. Beginning with simple breathing techniques & physical movements to aid in emotional management & reduction of stress, anxiety, & depression. For those who are ready, we will do the deeper work of releasing unprocessed emotions & old storylines that may be silently running your life in the background. Thus transforming hardships into wisdom & personal power to propel your life forward in whatever direction you choose.
A masters in Somatic Counseling Psychology & Movement Therapy create the foundation for my work.
We'll figure this out together! Get back to baseline and begin to build the life you want to live. I'll help you learn to use your body as a resource for your mind. Beginning with simple breathing techniques & physical movements to aid in emotional management & reduction of stress, anxiety, & depression. For those who are ready, we will do the deeper work of releasing unprocessed emotions & old storylines that may be silently running your life in the background. Thus transforming hardships into wisdom & personal power to propel your life forward in whatever direction you choose.
(720) 897-0912 View (720) 897-0912
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Diane Bartko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-DMT, ACS, AEDP II
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
I offer an individually tailored approach that integrates techniques consistent with Somatic Psychotherapy including: Dance/Movement Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, AEDP, Internal Family Systems and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
It's hard to ask for help, and talking can only get us so far. Our bodies carry memories, feelings, and experiences that don't always make sense or that we are unable to express through words. Stress and overwhelm is literally stored in the body in the form of pain, tension, numbness, and dissociation. By giving our body a voice we can reshape our nervous system through self awareness and skill building for greater ease in connection with ourselves and others.
I offer an individually tailored approach that integrates techniques consistent with Somatic Psychotherapy including: Dance/Movement Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, AEDP, Internal Family Systems and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
It's hard to ask for help, and talking can only get us so far. Our bodies carry memories, feelings, and experiences that don't always make sense or that we are unable to express through words. Stress and overwhelm is literally stored in the body in the form of pain, tension, numbness, and dissociation. By giving our body a voice we can reshape our nervous system through self awareness and skill building for greater ease in connection with ourselves and others.
(720) 613-9666 View (720) 613-9666
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Livia Shapiro
Registered Psychotherapist, MS
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80501
This includes listening deeply to what your insides feel like to you, expressing yourself more freely through movement, and leaning into your body as a place of safety and support.
Welcome. I work with people who want to live more fully in their bodies and develop a deep sense of trust in themselves. Those seeking body-centered healing and support for ptsd, complex relational trauma, narcissistic abuse, postpartum anxiety/depression, life transitions like marriage/children/divorce, and spiritual emergence often find there way to my office.
This includes listening deeply to what your insides feel like to you, expressing yourself more freely through movement, and leaning into your body as a place of safety and support.
Welcome. I work with people who want to live more fully in their bodies and develop a deep sense of trust in themselves. Those seeking body-centered healing and support for ptsd, complex relational trauma, narcissistic abuse, postpartum anxiety/depression, life transitions like marriage/children/divorce, and spiritual emergence often find there way to my office.
(720) 500-7353 View (720) 500-7353
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Ellen Geoffrion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lyons, CO 80540
Beyond traditional talk therapy methods, I also specialize in dance/movement therapy, creative arts, somatic therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support an "inside-out" experience that moves you to create lasting change.
I believe that you have innate goodness and worth, coupled with the need to be seen and valued for your creativity and unique contributions. It requires strength to find more clarity and possibility in your life, and I honor your courage. With my patient and innovative counseling methods, I will support you to remember and revitalize those aspects of yourself that may have become forgotten and lost. My warm and engaging style not only enables you to become aware of your limiting self-judgments, but also provides the necessary encouragement and tools for creating empowered, life-affirming, and embodied transformation.
Beyond traditional talk therapy methods, I also specialize in dance/movement therapy, creative arts, somatic therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support an "inside-out" experience that moves you to create lasting change.
I believe that you have innate goodness and worth, coupled with the need to be seen and valued for your creativity and unique contributions. It requires strength to find more clarity and possibility in your life, and I honor your courage. With my patient and innovative counseling methods, I will support you to remember and revitalize those aspects of yourself that may have become forgotten and lost. My warm and engaging style not only enables you to become aware of your limiting self-judgments, but also provides the necessary encouragement and tools for creating empowered, life-affirming, and embodied transformation.
(970) 329-4797 View (970) 329-4797
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Jen Ross
MA
Verified Verified
Longmont, CO 80501
Drawing upon extensive training in somatic psychology, attachment theories, life cycles, developmental stages, therapeutic movement, subtle energy, and social justice.
I hold radical space for your nervous system to unwind & your souls growth to emerge. I practice an inclusive, human forward approach to therapy that encourages us all to work towards a more spiritually aligned, socially just, fully expressed life & world. My work as a psychotherapist is deeply rooted in each body as a container of infinite intelligence, in a body that is free of limitation, & a body that is liberated and expressive of its truth. My gift is to pin-point wounds & patterns holding you back so I can support you in whatever you’re needing most. From there I help you connect to your deepest sense of self.
Drawing upon extensive training in somatic psychology, attachment theories, life cycles, developmental stages, therapeutic movement, subtle energy, and social justice.
I hold radical space for your nervous system to unwind & your souls growth to emerge. I practice an inclusive, human forward approach to therapy that encourages us all to work towards a more spiritually aligned, socially just, fully expressed life & world. My work as a psychotherapist is deeply rooted in each body as a container of infinite intelligence, in a body that is free of limitation, & a body that is liberated and expressive of its truth. My gift is to pin-point wounds & patterns holding you back so I can support you in whatever you’re needing most. From there I help you connect to your deepest sense of self.
(720) 408-7955 View (720) 408-7955
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Kathleen Walsh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521  (Online Only)
I bring a wealth of experiences to my therapy practice including intuitive training, movement facilitation and group/retreat facilitation.
Tele-therapy sessions are available throughout Colorado and California. As a somatic therapist specializing in trauma and relationship issues, I am devoted to helping clients heal and integrate the mind/body/spirit connection and to experience the deeper meanings and intentions of their life. I provide a warm, compassionate space for inner exploration so clients feel seen and accepted. Transformation and healing are then possible. I am a certified Brainspotting therapist.
I bring a wealth of experiences to my therapy practice including intuitive training, movement facilitation and group/retreat facilitation.
Tele-therapy sessions are available throughout Colorado and California. As a somatic therapist specializing in trauma and relationship issues, I am devoted to helping clients heal and integrate the mind/body/spirit connection and to experience the deeper meanings and intentions of their life. I provide a warm, compassionate space for inner exploration so clients feel seen and accepted. Transformation and healing are then possible. I am a certified Brainspotting therapist.
(628) 888-7195 View (628) 888-7195
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Wendy Sue Henderson-Bullock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80015
I am a licensed counselor, clinical supervisor and somatic psychotherapist, who is trained in dance/movement therapy, neurofeedback, and offense specific therapy. My commitment to the mind/body connection has spanned over 25 years. I use a variety of modalities to help my clients explore and create their own paths to positive change. I frequently work with children, teens and young adults to process the challenges and traumas they experienced and work toward finding balance and a reconnection to relationships, and a productive daily life.
I am a licensed counselor, clinical supervisor and somatic psychotherapist, who is trained in dance/movement therapy, neurofeedback, and offense specific therapy. My commitment to the mind/body connection has spanned over 25 years. I use a variety of modalities to help my clients explore and create their own paths to positive change. I frequently work with children, teens and young adults to process the challenges and traumas they experienced and work toward finding balance and a reconnection to relationships, and a productive daily life.
(720) 782-1908 View (720) 782-1908
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Sonya Nance Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, Nature
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80212
Movement releases anxiety from the body, and nature broadens perspective while calming the nervous system.
Is change on your horizon, or have you recently walked through fire? Are you grieving and in need of a place to let it go or celebrate it? Let's go play outside!
Movement releases anxiety from the body, and nature broadens perspective while calming the nervous system.
Is change on your horizon, or have you recently walked through fire? Are you grieving and in need of a place to let it go or celebrate it? Let's go play outside!
(720) 637-2817 View (720) 637-2817
Dance Movement Therapy

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.