Dance/Movement Therapy
Dance/movement therapy uses movement and body awareness to support regulation, integration, and connection—helpful when emotion lives in the body.
There’s no single “right” therapy—many people benefit from a blend, or a sequence, over time. What matters most is a pace that feels steady and supportive.
Who typically provides this?
Often provided by clinicians with movement-based training (field-specific pathways vary).
Training note
Movement-based therapies are training-dependent. You can ask about training and how they adapt for mobility, pain, sensory needs, or comfort level.
Learn about credentials & training →What sessions can look like
- Movement-based check-ins and grounding
- Exploring posture, gesture, and body cues for emotion and needs
- Processing verbally and nonverbally, with respect for comfort and accessibility
Often helpful for
- Trauma
- Body image concerns
- Dissociation
- Anxiety
- Grief
Good fit if…
- You want body-based expression
- Talking feels limited or too intellectual
- You experience emotions as movement/energy and want a safe outlet
If this feels hard right now, that’s okay
Sometimes the best next step is choosing the right pace and support level first—then building from there.
- You need a seated, talk-based format only—somatic talk therapy may be a better match
If you want help choosing a steady starting point, the quiz can narrow the field fast.
Questions you can bring to a first session
You don’t have to ask all of these—pick the ones that would help you feel confident and supported.
- What does a typical session look like with you?
- How will we set goals—and how will we know if things are improving?
- If something feels too fast or too intense, how do you adjust pace and support?
- How do you tailor this approach to my needs, identity, and preferences?
Educational only. Not medical advice. If you’re in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number.