Keywords: dance movement therapy, trauma, mindfulness, sensory work, play, art
Page #: 67
It is through movement and the felt sense that we learn to experience ourselves in relation to others and our environment. The use of the mind body connection, sensory awareness and dance movement therapy has been implemented by the author to form a comprehensive multi-sensory therapeutic intervention. A case study example is presented to describe the use of dance movement therapy with a traumatised 10-year-old client. Information
is provided on the neurobiology of trauma and how dance movement therapy can assist in trauma recovery. This approach resulted in improved client outcomes including an enhanced ability to self-regulate affect, participate effectively in educational activities, improved social relationships and capacity for empathy.