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You might have heard about the healing power of dancing - it's a real thing. Research shows that dancing and movement can greatly improve your mental health and quality of life, as well as help you become more self-aware and communicative.

Dance and movement therapy is a proven form of therapy that improves peoples social, emotional, and physical health through movement. In dance therapy, a trained therapist helps create a safe space for you to express yourself through movement. In this form of therapy, dance and movement can help you communicate what is otherwise difficult to say in words.

If you’re struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or other internal struggles, we encourage you to consider dance and movement therapy.

Whether you are located in downtown Sacramento, Alhambra Triangle, Boulevard Park, Broadstone, or even Central Folsom, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How Can Dance and Movement Therapy Help?

Dance and Movement Therapy can help you in several ways, including:

  • Improve your sense of self-confidence.
  • Reduce acute and chronic stress.
  • Make you feel better about your body.
  • Support physical fitness.
  • Develop and support motor skills.
  • Improve communication and social skills.

Dance therapy is often used to treat eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. Whether you’re dealing with one of these conditions or are just looking to live a happier life, you could benefit from dance therapy.

Dance therapy is just one of many types of therapy. If you’d like to learn more about the types of therapy available near you, check out this article: How do I know what type of therapy is best for me?

Experience the Benefits of Dance and Movement Therapy

Finding a professional, licensed dance and movement therapist in your area can be difficult. Luckily, Mental Health Match is here to help you find a local therapist or counselor in no time! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Margot Charkow-Ross
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Identity what is working for you in your life and what you are wanting to change. We will make a plan on what is the best way to change the things that are undesirable. We will take the small steps in order to create big change.

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I work from where you are and where you want to be. I want to help you figure out what the best solution is for the issues you are experiencing and I cheer you on every step of the way.

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I strongly believe everyone can benefit from a safe space to process their emotions and struggles. Together, we can talk about what is or isn't working, learn new skills and healthier ways of engaging in your world. Reach out today!

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My approach is from a person-centered and strengths-based perspective. I believe you are the expert on yourself; and that you have the ability to make the changes you want. I want to help you improve self-awareness, understand & accept patterns.

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My counseling style is mindful, warm, empathetic, direct, and collaborative. My practice style is strongly founded on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I tailor my dialog and treatment plan to meet clients' unique needs.

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Identify and process thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help you live aligned to your values and have a meaningful life. We will also focus on coping skills to help turn your insight into action.

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I bring together a focus on the day-to-day stress, as well as the long-term unhelpful patterns. I will with clients in an integrative approach grounded in psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and mind-body connection focused therapies.

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Shift patterns of behavior to accomplish your goals. Let go of bad habits, and collaborate to make a supportive treatment plan that is real for you.

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I'm in the business of helping you find real and lasting solutions. I tailor my approach to each client to ensure you receive the best treatment possible.

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  • Stress Management
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