An Introduction to Dance Movement Psychotherapy | Goldsmiths University
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An Introduction to Dance Movmement Therapy Practice - Intrinsic belief in the inter-relationship between psyche, soma and spirit as evidenced in the potential held in creative processes.
In the UK, Dance Movement Therapy now uses the term psychotherapy, to recognise the essential link between body, mind, psyche and soul. DMP uses movement creatively within a therapeutic relationship. This online workshop will explore some of the key concepts that underpin Dance Movement Psychotherapy. The course will be delivered through presentation, discussion and practical exercises. No dance experience is required to attend this workshop.
The MA in Dance Movement Psychotherapy Programme, part of the Social, Therapeutic and Community Studies department, has been established since 2002. We are a highly experienced team of practitioners and academics who bring passion and expertise to our teaching. This online course is for anyone interested in learning about the principles and practice of Dance Movement Therapy (now known as Dance Movement Psychotherapy DMP).
The course will be delivered online through presentation, discussion and practical exercises.
At the end of this course, participants will:
• Understand a brief history of Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP)
• Developing awareness of how emotions are experienced through the body
• Identify basic movement self-observation skills that can be used in non-verbal
communication
• Examples of Dance Movement Psychotherapy in clinical practice
No dance experience is required to attend this workshop
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