CSPH 5555: Introduction to Body and Movement-based Therapies
This course will be offered in a blended format with in person class dates. Check the Schedule Builder for synchronous meeting dates and times.
This course will cover basic theories and approaches of selected Somatic Therapies and Somatic Psychotherapy (Dance/Movement and body-based therapies). It will include 1) western historic and theoretical perspectives on the use of movement, dance and somatic re-patterning for well-being, 2) introductions and demonstrations of specific somatic approaches, and 3) brief introduction of the application of these techniques to specific populations and settings. The experiential part of the course will include individual, partner and group exercises intended to embody and deepen the topics covered in the class.
Curious to hear more from instructor, Barbara Nordstrom-Loeb, MFA, MA, LMFT, BC-DMT, CMA, SEP?
Watch these videos:
Body and Movement Based Theories Course Q&A
What Dance Movement Therapy Means to Barbara Nordstorm-Loeb
Check out these blog posts:
Thoughts about embodiment – how to get it and why it is important.
Thoughts on Holistic Western Approaches to Healing
Contact [email protected] for additional information about the course.
- Spring