Welcome to the Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia
The Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia (DTAA) is the recognised professional body for dance movement therapy in Australasia. It sets the standards for Professional and Provisional Professional levels of membership, training and supervision. The DTAA also warmly welcomes General and Student members.
The DTAA promotes the growth, development and recognition of the dance movement therapy profession in Australasia by:
- establishing and maintaining standards for training, research and professional practice
- providing a means of communication, education and networking between dance movement therapists, other health professionals, employers and clients
- liaising with other relevant peak and professional bodies
- providing information and resources for dance movement therapy practitioners, students and the wider community
- offering Associate, Provisional Professional and Professional Membership status to applicants who meet the training criteria, and Student or General membership to others interested in dance movement therapy.
Member resources include the opportunity for recognition as a dance movement therapist, bi-annual journal, regular news of events, insurance, library and professional development opportunities.
Upcoming Events:
Webinar Title: “Finding our Fun: Individualised Dance
Movement Therapy in Adult Mental Health
Saturday 23 November 2024 / 1.00pm to 2.00pm AEDT
Presented by: Dr. Ella Dumaresq
PhD, B.A., Hons, Dip. DMT, Reg. DMT 221-03
Drawing from Dr Ella’ Dumaresq’s current individual client work in a forensic mental health facility, the interactive webinar will focus on adapting Dance Movement Therapy for different individuals based on therapeutic needs and aesthetic interests and preferences. In the webinar, participants will explore the idea of a water-based DMT and consider what this might afford the client in terms of freedom, expression, and connection to self and other. This webinar is suitable for dance/movement therapists or any mental health practitioners looking to enhance their therapeutic work through creative practices.
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Webinar Title: “Using Somatic Breathing Techniques with Clients”
Saturday 23 November 2024 / 3.00pm to 6.00pm AEDT
Presented by: Tracey Nicholson
Join us online to explore the fundamental anatomy of breathing and its role in working with clients. In this webinar, you’ll discover how breathing impacts health and wellbeing, and learn a variety of breathwork techniques to help regulate the nervous system. These tools will enhance your therapeutic toolkit, providing you with essential skills to support clients, particularly those experiencing depression or anxiety.
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DTAA2024 Student Seminar
Saturday 30 November 2024 / 11am – 12.30pm AEDT
The Workplace Development Committee (WDC) of the Dance Movement Therapy Association of Australasia, Inc. would like to cordially invite current DMT trainees and graduates to a student seminar on the 30th November 2024. The DTAA is a professional peak body for registered dance movement therapists in Australasia that upholds the professional standards and continues to ensure ethical practices of the profession for our clients. This November seminar will inform students / graduates of a DTAA membership registration process and the benefits of joining the DTAA.
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DTAA recognises, acknowledges and respects the ancestors, elders and families of all Indigenous peoples of the lands on which we stand and practice.
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