Course Objectives

Bring the body into the therapeutic space. Learn simple, somatic strategies rooted in Dance/Movement Therapy principles—no DMT credential required. For use with diverse populations to support regulation, grounding, and connection.

• Describe the evidence-based use and limitations of DMT to treat depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, and emotional dysregulation.

• Apply 4-6 simple, trauma-informed movement and regulation techniques for different populations.

• Demonstrate trauma-informed practice: screening for risk, informed consent, pacing, and steps to re-orient clients if distress occurs.

• Explain ethical and scope-of-practice boundaries: when to incorporate movement, and when to consult/refer to credentialed DMTs.