Dance Movement Therapy: An Embodied Approach to Healing and Wellness
What is Dance Movement Therapy?
Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) is a holistic, body-centered approach to healing that integrates movement, emotional expression, and self-awareness. Through guided movement, individuals can explore emotions, release tension, and develop a deeper connection with themselves and others. Movement becomes a language that transcends words, allowing for profound personal insight and relational healing. Rachael is trained in trauma-informed methods of Dance Movement Therapy.
How Dance Movement Therapy Helps
In a world where stress and emotional disconnection are common, DMT offers a unique way to foster personal growth and improve relationships. This therapeutic approach can help individuals and couples:
Reconnect with Your Body – Enhance self-awareness, emotional regulation, and confidence through movement.
Process Emotions & Trauma Nonverbally – Express and release emotions that may be difficult to articulate in words.
Improve Communication Skills – Learn to read and respond to nonverbal cues, strengthening emotional intimacy.
Reduce Stress and Anxiety – Engage in mindful movement to regulate the nervous system and promote relaxation.
Heal from Relationship Wounds – Use movement to process past experiences and create new, positive relational patterns.
DMT for Individuals & Relationships
For Individuals: Dance Movement Therapy provides a pathway for self-discovery, emotional release, and deeper self-acceptance. It helps individuals heal from past traumas, manage stress, and cultivate a stronger mind-body connection.
For Couples: Relationships thrive on connection, and movement is a powerful way to rebuild trust and intimacy. DMT helps couples enhance their attunement, nonverbal communication, and emotional synchrony, creating a stronger bond.
What to Expect in a Session
Sessions are tailored to meet each person’s needs and comfort level. A typical session may involve:
Gentle movement exercises to promote body awareness and emotional connection
Guided activities that encourage self-expression and relational attunement
Mindfulness techniques to enhance presence and relaxation
Reflective discussions to integrate movement experiences into daily life
Begin Your Journey
Whether you're looking to deepen your relationship with yourself or enhance your connection with a partner, Dance Movement Therapy offers a creative and transformative path to healing. Contact me today to learn more or schedule a session.
