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Dance Therapy

What is Dance Therapy?

Dance therapy is dance used in the place of or in conjunction with other therapies to help people over come injuries, chronic injury, emotional and physical fears. Dance therapy utilizes rhythms to help relax, soothe and energize the body. Dance therapy can be done on multiple levels. In order to benefit from dance therapy you don’t have to be a dancer you just need to trust the process. Dance therapy is a wonderful alternative to other traditional therapies. Dance therapy can help improve both the physical and mental capabilities of an individual.
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Articles Associated with Dance Therapy

Can Dance therapy help you?
Did you know that dance is used as therapy? You don't have to be a dancer or in a traditional dance class to dance and experience the benefits. Dance therapy or dance movement therapy as it is also known is a beautiful medium that can enhance ones life
Dance Therapy
Dance often is related to leotards, tights, shoes, recitals, performances or celebraties participating in a ballroom competition. While these are valid aspects of dance there is more to the realm of dance. Dance therapy is a vehicle that helps people deal with and overcome their emotional and physical
Dance therapy improves seniors gait
For seniors, dancing isn't just for fun; it also can be therapeutic. Two recent studies conducted by University of Missouri researchers found that participation in dance-based therapy can improve balance and gait in older adults. Improved functionality among seniors can decrease their risk of falling and reduce costly
Dance Therapy
Dance therapy is dance used in the place of or in conjunction with other therapies to help people over come injuries, chronic injury, emotional and physical fears. Dance therapy utilizes rhythms to help relax, soothe and energize the body. Dance therapy can be done on multiple levels. In