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Viewing: Julie-Anne Thompson
My practice is humanistic in its approach. I believe that every individual possesses their own inner wisdom and embodied knowledge to guide them on their lifes' journeys and that my purpose as a therapist is to help them to discover ways to access it, develop it and trust it. I have been a dancer, dance teacher and choreographer for over 30years and which has provided me with a deep respect for and experience in the power of movement which I believe is foundational in my ability to attune to and kinaesthetically experience others. I celebrate individuality and hold space for all!
Currently I am working with Older Adults in Residential Care with the Each One Matters program. Within this population I provide DMT for people with dementia, alzheimers, depression, anxiety, agoraphobia and many other conditions that have contributed to the need for residential care. I am influenced by Erik Erikson’s Final stage of Psychological Crises in their care; the theme of Integrity vs Despair, which suggests that for a sense of integrity to develop in this last phase of life certain conditions must be met. These include a positive psychosocial history; connection through continuing social relationships; and the sense that one’s actions continue to make an impact. When these conditions are met and a positive resolution of this stage is achieved, the virtue of wisdom is possible. When they are not, despair may follow. (Widick et al., 1978).
My love of the outdoors and experience as an educator of children in nature settings also influences my DMT practice. I believe in the interconnectedness of all things and consider our environment to be key in our wellbeing. I am also informed by the wisdom of our connection to the seasons, cycles and phases of nature, particularly in relation to feminine power and ceremony.
Finally, I am curious. Curious about where my practice will lead me and what I will experience next! I intend to live by the advice "never stop learning" and thus trust that my DMT practice will continually change and develop to incorporate discoveries and interests as they present themselves. I'll keep you posted!
