Mind Your Body

94. How to Become a Somatic Practitioner with Chelsea Horton Oct 29, 2024

Chelsea & Orit discuss the most important elements to becoming a skilled & proficient somatic practitioner. In this episode, you’ll hear how to choose a training program that may be the best fit for you and set you up to embody the most confidence moving forward. Whether you’re just stepping into the world of somatic […]

93. Overcoming Body Image Issues in Teens Through Dance Therapy with Batel Magen Sep 23, 2021

Batel shares how body image issues & disordered eating can be effectively navigated and shifted through dance therapy. From Batel: “I am a qualified and experienced creative movement psychotherapist and creative clinical supervisor. I work in an adolescent psychiatric unit, where I offer group and 1-2-1 sessions with a variety of mental health needs. I […]

92. How Does Dance Therapy Help Change Behavior Patterns? Sep 16, 2021

Orit shares the latest research on how techniques used in dance therapy can help people change behavior patterns more quickly and effectively vs. other approaches to therapy that do not involve organic, physical expression of emotions, memories, and trauma. Click here to get on the waitlist for The Lasting Love Sisterhood.

91. Using KMP in Dance Therapy For Effective Treatment with Dr. Melanie Johnson French Aug 12, 2021

Dr. Melanie Johnson French shares how using the Kesternberg Movement Profile has led to fascinating client transformations in her work as a dance/movement therapist. Dr. Melanie Johnson French is a board certified dance/movement therapist, certified KMP analyst and master trainer, and counselor in the Boston metro area. She has served as adjunct faculty in the […]

90. Dance Therapy for OCD with Chelsea Horton Jul 28, 2021

Apply to Let Love In before doors close on July 31. Chelsea surprises us with the truth about OCD and how it can show up in the relationships with our partners, children, and ourselves. In this episode, you’ll learn why dance therapy is one of the most effective therapy approaches for OCD. Chelsea Horton is […]

89. A Body Intelligence Approach To Relating with Katie Hendricks Jul 21, 2021

Early Pricing for Let Love In ends on July 23 – check out the program here and apply now to be considered. Katie shares her wisdom from over 40 years of couples work with her husband Gay Hendricks. In this episode, you’ll learn: The biggest barriers to lasting, healthy connection in relationships Why movement is […]

88. Overcoming Relationship Anxiety with Dance Therapy Jul 14, 2021

Kim Anderson describes her experience through my immersive 3-month Dance Therapy program, Let Love In, and how it helped her overcome Relationship Anxiety & emerge into a more confident, gentle, loving, calm version of herself. More details on Let Love In: https://oritkrug.com/services/let-love-in-coaching/ – Apply before July 23 for Early Bird Pricing. Doors close July 31.

87. A Dance Therapy Approach To Parenting Your Toddler with Jeanette Jacques Jul 12, 2021

Join my FREE Come Home To Your Body Challenge! Jeanette shares how to connect with your toddler via body language and movement, so you can end power struggles, feel amazing as a parent, and bond with your toddler in the deepest way possible. Jeanette is a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. She’s been a dance therapist over […]

86. Transforming Grief with Dance Therapy – Grace Harman Jul 01, 2021

Join The “Come Home To Your Body” FREE Challenge here. Grace Harman gives helpful tips about how to begin moving grief through the body. Tune in to learn: The most helpful grief ritual you can start right now to begin healing How you can thrive from your grief instead of pushing it down or pretending […]

85. Dance Therapy for Children with Trauma – Dr. Renee Ortega May 20, 2021

Check out my new low-cost membership program, The Lasting Love Sisterhood! Dr. Renee Ortega talks about her experience working with children who are going through trauma and how dance therapy helps them express their emotions. Dr. Renee Ortega PhD, BC-DMT, LCAT, COTA/L, is a Board Certified Dance Movement Therapist (BC-DMT) and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist […]

84. Embrace Your Weird With Dance Therapy May 05, 2021

Orit talks about how Dance Therapy allows us to express and embrace the truest versions of ourselves. Check out details to The Lasting Love Sisterhood – Doors Close May 8, 2021. Orit Krug is an award-winning Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. Orit specializes in helping women heal from past trauma and enjoy […]

83. Self-Love That Sticks Apr 15, 2021

A very vulnerable episode by Orit Krug on how to have self-love even in the toughest times. Click here to sign up for Orit’s Self-Love LIVE workshop. Orit Krug is an award-winning Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist. Orit specializes in helping women heal from past trauma and enjoy healthy lifelong relationships with […]

82. Relationship Real Talk: You are lovable Apr 09, 2021

Orit shares a brain map to help you understand how you can truly believe that your partner loves you when all you’ve had were traumatic relationships in the past. Join Orit’s FREE Facebook Community: The Lasting Love Movement Apply to LET LOVE IN. Orit Krug is an award-winning Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Orit specializes in helping women […]

81. Relationship Real Talk: How to deal with triggers Mar 31, 2021

Orit talks about how to ACTUALLY deal with triggers that don’t require “faking it,” counting breaths, or repeating affirmations that don’t work to calm the body and nervous system in moments of confrontation in your relationship. Join Orit’s FREE Facebook Community: The Lasting Love Movement Apply to LET LOVE IN. Orit Krug is an award-winning Board-Certified […]

80. How does Dance Therapy Heal Trauma and Improve Our Ability To Love? Mar 23, 2021

Sarah Haddow shares transformational stories about clients who freed themselves from the prison of their past trauma, gently opened their hearts, and let healthy lasting love into their lives. Interested in learning more about the LET LOVE IN Program? Click here for more details. Sarah Haddow is a dance/movement psychotherapist who specializes in helping women […]

79. Surviving the Pandemic as a Dance Therapist with Winnie Wong Mar 09, 2021

In this episode, we hear from Winnie Wong about what it’s like to survive the pandemic as an Asian American Dance Therapist, working in a NYC psychiatric hospital through COVID-19. Winnie M. Wong, MS, LCAT, BC-DMT, is a Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (DMT) living and working in Brooklyn, N.Y. She is currently working on a […]

78. Dance Therapy Healed My Trauma & Marriage, and Made Me a Better Trauma-Informed Specialist – Corrie Reil-Erickson Feb 23, 2021

Corrie shares how her life has completely transformed after going through my LET LOVE IN program with Top-Level Embodiment Coach and Dance/Movement Psychotherapist Sarah Haddow. You’ll hear how Corrie: Let in her husband’s amazing love after almost giving up on their marriage (and blaming him for their issues) Finally came “home” to her body and […]

77. Dance Therapy & Inclusion with Dr. Angela Grayson Feb 23, 2021

An important conversation with Dr. Angela Grayson on how to foster inclusion within the dance therapy community and as healers with our clients. In this episode, you’ll learn: What does inclusion mean? How can we heal hurt together instead of against each other? The best way to approach and respond to sensitive topics regarding race, […]

76. Can Dance Therapists make money? (& how I made 6-figures in 2020) Jan 06, 2021

Can Dance Therapists make money? According to the ADTA, dance therapists earn between $40,000 and $50,000 a year on average, while some dance therapists earn in the range of $60,000 to $80,000. Today, award-winning dance therapist Orit Krug shares how she makes 6-figures in her online business (and how YOU can too!) Click here to sign up for the free workshop […]

75. Dance Therapy for Eating Disorder Recovery – Lauren Higgins Jul 31, 2020

Join Lauren Higgins as she talks about how dance therapy helps people heal from their eating disorders. Learn about how: Eating disorders are often a symptom of trauma Eating disorders block us from our feelings and true identity Eating disorders recovery must include moving the body without disconnecting from the body (because then that’s the […]

74. Social Change through Movement, Creative Arts, & Play Jul 23, 2020

Alana Shaw talks about her work on creating social change through movement and other artistic forms, and how these creative, playful approaches facilitates transformation much more quickly and effectively than more intellectual or cognitive approaches. Alana has facilitated joyful and healing movement events in cities in the US and Canada for over 30 years. She […]

73. Get Inspired by the most Innovative Dance Therapists in the field May 29, 2020

Come to the Dance Therapy Advocates Summit to get inspired by some of the most innovative Dance Therapists who are doing groundbreaking work for the field. Click here to register before June 1 for Early Bird pricing! Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist. It is Erica’s compassionate nature and […]

72. How does Dance Therapy Help Create Healthy Relationships? May 18, 2020

Learn how you can release past trauma and create a lasting, loving relationship with my FREE Wired For Love training. Brigid Holder shares how she experienced massive transformation in herself and her marriage by healing her childhood trauma through dance therapy.

71. Dance Therapy Online (During COVID-19) May 10, 2020

Here’s everything you need to know about bringing Dance Therapy Online, especially during a global crisis like COVID-19. Orit Krug is a board-certified dance movement therapist who specializes in helping women heal from past trauma, get wired for love, and enjoy healthy lifelong relationships with their partners using her unique approach with dance therapy. For […]

70. Dance Therapy with Cancer Patients May 02, 2020

Learn how you can release past trauma and create a lasting, loving relationship with my FREE Wired For Love training. Candy reveals how dance therapy with cancer patients isn’t a sad, depressing career and why play & movement are ESSENTIAL to helping them create a positive, joyful outlook on life during their last months on earth. […]

68. Dance Therapy for Complex PTSD Feb 12, 2020

Dance Therapy is one of the most effective treatment methods for Complex PTSD. Using the body, nervous system, and movement, this complex trauma can be rewired and released. In this episode, you’ll from from Shay Seaborne how she went from self-harm and flashbacks to loving her body again and being present in relationships. This allowed […]

67. Create your dream business in dance therapy Feb 05, 2020

Orit shares her secrets on how to create your dream business in dance therapy, making 5-figure months working with your ideal clients you LOVE. Book your free & obligation-free chat here.

66. 5 biggest reasons why healing your trauma will save you from lifelong debt Nov 19, 2019

Healing your trauma will save you tons of money in 5 major areas of your life. 1. Never-ending medical bills Medical illnesses such as fibromyalgia and autoimmune diseases STILL have no medical explanation. Yet, we know that symptoms get worse with stress. There’s no such thing as unknown or unspecific reason for illness. It is […]

65. Somatics and Race Oct 11, 2019

1:1 Supervision intensive SOLD OUT – click here to apply for my group supervision intensive (5 spots ONLY) Martha Eddy teaches us about the important foundations and connections between Somatic and Race. Martha Eddy is a Registered Somatic Movement Therapist, Teacher of Body-Mind Centering® and Certified Movement Analyst with a doctorate in Movement Science, on […]

64. Group Therapy for Trauma Jun 26, 2019

Group therapy is one of the most effective ways to heal trauma, eliminate social anxiety, and create healthier patterns in relationships Click here to check out LET LOVE IN and apply if you’re interested in being considered for the program. Due to high demand, we now only offer free Relationship Review calls to those who submit […]

63. Dance Therapy for Children with Autism Apr 23, 2019

Dance Therapy is one of the most effective treatment approaches for children with Autism. Tune in to hear how DMT and Floortime Therapy improves social-emotional communication, frustration tolerance, and much more. Rachael Singer is a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist and a Developmental Specialist. She currently works for a non-profit called Real Connections and supports children diagnosed […]

62. Incredible movement art projects with Segni mossi Apr 23, 2019

Join The Lasting Love Movement online community! Segni mossi is a research project born in 2014 from the visual artist Alessandro Lumare and the choreographer Simona Lobefaro in order to investigate the interaction between dance and graphic sign with children and adults. We partner with Mus-e Italia to promote social inclusion through art in public primary schools in Rome […]

61. Healing after Sexual Trauma Apr 04, 2019

Join us for a very special episode where Orit interviews Anna Gulden about her recovery from sexual trauma, together with her dance/movement therapist, Jennifer Lazar, who has helped Anna dance through her path of healing. Click here to grab “In Me we Trust: A Discovery of Self After Sexual Trauma” by Anna Gulden DISCOUNT CODES: […]

60. The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make when Overcoming Trauma Feb 26, 2019

Orit talks about the 5 biggest mistakes people make when overcoming their trauma and how to finally feel free from the past that haunts your current reality. Click here to check out LET LOVE IN and apply if you’re interested in being considered for the program. NOTE: Due to high demand, we now only offer free […]

59. Massage, Movement & Mental Health Feb 14, 2019

Facebook group: The Lasting Love Movement Jody Wager shares the intersections of her worlds as a dance therapists and massage therapist to share important insights into the human body, movement, and the mind-body connection at large. Jody Wager, MS, BC-DMT, has been a dance/movement therapist since 1980, after receiving her Masters degree from Hunter College; […]

58. Dance Therapy in End of Life Care Dec 18, 2018

Molly Arney tells us what it’s like to work in End of Life Care! Her key interventions include: non-verbal expression through movement and breath physical response to vibration and sound therapeutic touch and the effects of “calm presence” dance and movement in legacy and life review grief relief through movement Molly Arney, MS, R-DMT, CDP, CADDCT, […]

57. Trauma in the Military Family Nov 16, 2018

Free emotional release mini-sessions Join this week’s podcast as Bethany Matheson tells us about… 1. What it’s like to be a trauma therapist AND military spouse 2. What trauma therapy looks like for military families 3. Empowering, practical tools for somatic and emotion regulation From Bethany Matheson, M.Ed., LPC-A, NBCC: In a previous life, […]

56. Dance/Movement Therapy in Chile Oct 15, 2018

Birthday offer: 30-minute taster sessions for $30 USD, available for 30 people only! Contact me now to grab your spot! What’s Dance Therapy like in Chile? Listen to this episode to get a little taste of what’s different about DMT in Chile and what we have in common even thousands of miles away. María José […]

55. Intercultural Communication & The Therapeutic Relationship Oct 02, 2018

In this week’s episode with Renee Ortega: 1. Understand the crucial role that intercultural communication and awareness plays in child and family work. 2. Explore the benefits of intercultural competency and it’s impact on the therapeutic relationship. 3. Strategies for integrating intercultural communication into their work with children and families. The Continuum, by Renee Ortega […]

54. Keeping the Dance in Dance Therapy Sep 19, 2018

Nana Koch, a dance therapist for almost 50 years, shares her guiding principles of dance therapy and how she continues to embrace joy, positivity, and energy through all her working years. Nana Koch, Ed.D, BC-DMT, LCAT, NCC, LPC, CMA is a board certified dance movement therapist, licensed creative arts therapist and educator. She studied with […]

53. Mind/Body Healing with Kim D’Eramo Sep 12, 2018

Join the conversation with Dr. Kim D’Eramo about mind/body healing… -Why YOUR BODY is the greatest key to your clients emotional and physical shifts -How to ALIGN within to create what you want in your practice or business -How to feel better at the end of the day than you did going in! Dr. […]

52. Flow Props in Dance/Movement Therapy Aug 29, 2018

Marci introduces a whole new world of props that we can use in dance/movement therapy sessions and how they help clients reach their full potential in movement and emotional expression. From Marci: My dancing life began age 8 in gymnastics, then I was on track to try everything! Tap, ballet, jazz, performing with musical […]

51. When you Lose Trust in your Mind, Find Trust in your Body Aug 20, 2018

Orit Krug is back after a short break from the podcast! In this episode, she guides us on how to regain trust in ourselves by engaging our bodies with this simple and powerful trick. Audio-only available on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, and more – subscribe on your favorite app to be notified of new episodes! […]

50. Real Stories of Dance/Movement Therapy Jul 17, 2018

Christina Devereaux has over 20 years of stories to share as a dance/movement therapist and DMT supervisor. In this episode, you’ll hear “front lines” in the field and the most valuable advice she gives to dance/movement therapy students and supervisees… now shared with all of you! Christina Devereaux, PhD, LCAT, LMHC, BC-DMT, NCC is an […]

49. How I started a Podcast: 1 Year Reflection Jul 10, 2018

Sign up for my free webinar! Happy one year Mind Your Body!!! I started a podcast and I’m still standing one year later! I’m overflowing with joy as I reflect on this huge accomplishment. I almost gave up a few times throughout the process. Don’t get me wrong – I LOVE doing this! But it’s […]

48. Intergenerational Trauma & Dance Jul 03, 2018

Free webinar: Reconnect to your Body through Dance & Movement – sign up to join me live or receive the recording! Ilene Serlin provides dance/movement therapy in different countries to address intergenerational trauma due to loss, isolation, ostracism, and more. Listen to find out why dance/movement therapy is the perfect tool to help survivors express […]

47. Awaken your Kundalini Energy Jun 18, 2018

Kundalini is a life force that exists inside every one of us. Mary describes what this spiritual awakening feels like and how to awaken your own Kundalini force with safety, so that you can experience immense pleasure and flow in your life. Mary Mikhael is a modern day Goddess, Soul Reader, Ghost Whisperer, Energy Worker, […]

46. Dance Therapy Intervention: Shadow Dance Jun 12, 2018

The Shadow Dance is an intervention that I accidentally discovered one day when I was leading a dance/movement therapy session. No one ever mentioned this technique during my training and I never read about it in the literature. It’s not something I meant to do, it just happened. It all took place in a session […]

45. Polyvagal Informed Dance/Movement Therapy Jun 05, 2018

$20 any intro session – biz coaching, dance/movement or supervision! – 3 spots only! Let’s dig into the science behind dance/movement therapy as a highly effective & suitable treatment choice for trauma survivors. In this episode, Amber Gray talks about her collaborative work with “Distinguished University Scientist” Stephen Porges, who discovered the Polyvagal Theory. Amber […]

44. Dance Therapy Intervention: The Wave May 30, 2018

Everyone’s done the wave before, right? That’s what I usually ask my patients before explaining what it is and why we’re about to do it. You might be thinking, “I didn’t train for years to do the wave. Anyone can facilitate a wave!” Well, at least that’s what I thought when my supervisor suggested it […]

43. Dance Therapy: Rediscover Yourself May 21, 2018

Enjoy the recording of my live interview with Tah & Kole, an amazing couple who ran a 5-day self-care series and so graciously invited me to come talk about dance therapy! Listen to the podcast or watch the interview below!

42. Attachment, Relationships & Sex May 14, 2018

Attachment styles don’t have to bind us into a certain pattern in romantic relationships. Dee Wagner explains how different movement exercises can facilitate nervous system re-patterning that can transform the way you relate to your current lover or search for your future partner. Dee Wagner, LPC, BC-DMT, has worked as a counselor and dance/movement therapist […]

41. How’s your Relationship with Money? May 04, 2018

Link for donations – I’m open to receiving! Does the title of this blog post make you cringe a little? Does talking about salary with your boss, or payment with your clients make you feel uncomfortable? Up until a few weeks ago, I felt the same. If I were in your position, reading this post […]

40. Trusting Your Transitions Apr 30, 2018

Pavitra Gurumurthi grew up in India and at twenty-two years moved to New Zealand on her own to make something of her life. Little did she realise at the time, that the relocation would not only initiate a transformation of external factors but radically change her outlook on the true meaning of belonging, connection and having […]

39. Conquering Mindset Blocks with Movement – Facebook Live Recording Apr 20, 2018

Please enjoy the audio recording of Orit Krug’s Facebook Live from 4/19/18: [0:00] 3 ways you can incorporate movement into your personal and professional practice to flow through mindset & emotional blocks [10:30] How I teach you my movement techniques in Conquer Your Goals online workshop with a free session added if you enroll in […]

38. Back to Basics: How to Start a Session Apr 16, 2018

Orit Krug gives her best tips about how to start a group session, class or workshop. She talks about laying the groundwork for creating a safe space so that your session can progress with as much depth and flow as possible. Some topics include the best way to greet your clients and what to do […]

37. Body Intelligence with Katie Hendricks Apr 09, 2018

Finally Conquer Your Goals Online Workshop – April registration now open! Kathlyn Hendricks, Ph.D., BC-DMT*, is an evolutionary catalyst and freelance mentor who has been a pioneer in the field of body intelligence and conscious loving for over forty years. Katie has an international reputation as a presenter and seminar leader, bodifying the core skills […]

36. Setting Group Therapy Rules can be FUN! (6 min listen) Apr 05, 2018

My least favorite part about running groups with children and teenagers is setting rules. I actually like to call them guidelines. The word rules is so overused in treatment and school settings, I figure they might be more inclined to listen if I call them something different. Call them what I want, they’re still rules, […]

35. Body Compassion Saves Your Life: A Cancer Survivor Story Apr 03, 2018

Orit Krug’s Facebook Page: Join me for live guided movement explorations! After a 20 year career selling advertising for fancy pants magazines and websites, Tracy White had a health crisis that lead her on a healing journey to save her life. White catapulted that journey into the badasscancerbabe platform to help others. She rededicated her […]

34. Dance Therapy in Post-Conflict Colombia Mar 25, 2018

Orit Krug’s Facebook Page: Join me for live guided movement explorations! Maria shares her fascinating experience of pioneering Dance/Movement Therapy in Post-Conflict Colombia. Maria Andrea Garcia (SrDMP) works as a Psychologist, Dance/Movement Psychotherapist, higher and further education teacher, and consultant in psychosocial projects in Bogotá, Colombia. Her almost 20 year experience has strengthened her theoretically […]

33. Self-Healing Pain Relief Mar 19, 2018

Leah describes her fascinating, yet simple self-healing technique for pain relief. Her technique teaches people how to unravel layers of pain that exist in different parts of the body. Leah Foley is a medical intuitive and intuitive healer/coach. She studied a range of bodywork and energy healing modalities, including Kinesiology, Lomi Lomi massage and Pellowah […]

32. Grief and Loss Mar 14, 2018

Heather creates hours-long grief rituals to help people engage their bodies & all their senses in mourning. Listen to fascinating stories about how she tailors these rituals to each person and their specific needs. This episode highlights the importance of grieving our own losses in more meaningful and ritualistic ways. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Heather Stringer is […]

31. The Uncertain Path of a Dance/Movement Therapist Mar 05, 2018

Resources: Click here to join my online community for dance therapists, body-centered healers, and movement-inspired individuals Click here for Conquer Your Goals E-Course When I decided to become a dance therapist, I was filled with so much excitement. I was so certain I was destined for this path that I didn’t even think about the […]

30. Moving within a Window of Tolerance Feb 28, 2018

E-Course Giveaway is finished. Contact me for a spot in my Conquer Your Goals Online Course Jane explains the hierarchical nature of the autonomic nervous system to shed light on how we can best help our clients stay in their window of tolerance through a therapeutic process. The window of tolerance for each individual is […]

29. Back to Basics: Music & Playlists Feb 19, 2018

Music plays such an important role in dance/movement therapy & movement-based healing sessions. Music can support or block the flow of our work. In this episode, you’ll learn what kinds of music are best to use with different client populations and therapeutic scenarios. You’ll also hear why it’s sometimes best not to use music at […]

28. Trauma: Building Resilience & Moving Forward Feb 13, 2018

Jenny discusses why it’s so important to tune into our bodies to recover from trauma. In this episode you’ll hear tips and research supporting why we cannot neglect the body in trauma work. Jenny is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. She works out of her private practice in […]

27. Healing Old Relationship Wounds Jan 18, 2018

What does it feel like to be met with deep compassion and authenticity in any type of relationship? Dr. Glickman tells us about body-centered practices that have helped his clients repair relationship wounds from infancy all the way to adulthood. Get 50% off Finally Conquer your Goals in 2018 – use code HALFOFF2018 Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com […]

26. Dance Therapy in Forensic Psychiatry Jan 11, 2018

Kendra has provided dance/movement therapy on a forensic psychiatric inpatient unit for the last 10 years. Tune in for fascinating stories from her dance therapy sessions that highlight her patients’ basic human needs to be seen, heard, and empowered. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com and our Facebook page Kendra Kirane specializes in movement psychotherapy and authentic movement. Her philosophy […]

25. Conquer Your 2018 Goals with Body Awareness Jan 02, 2018

24. Embodying “Me Too” Dec 26, 2017

Millions of women courageously shared their history of sexual assault and trauma sparked by the “me too” movement. In this episode, Hannah Blake advises how to embody this process for an opportunity to keep moving towards healing using more than words. Hannah identifies that body awareness, meditation, spontaneous expression, and nature are powerful embodiment tools […]

23. Discover Flow, Balance, and Inner-Peace with Deanne Love Dec 18, 2017

Deanne Love is an international hula hoop instructor with 80,000+ YouTube subscribers, yet she remains humble, down-to-earth, and delightfully introspective. Deanne has discovered so much about herself and how to cope with the world by developing a deeper understanding of her body language and movement patterns. Join this inspiring conversation as Deanne shares important lessons […]

22. 5 Simple Movements to Help you Stay Grounded this Holiday Season Dec 11, 2017

The holiday season is often hectic, busy, and surrounded with anxious energy. Though it’s a season meant for family and love, it can feel like the loneliest one of the year. It’s important to stay connected to your body to ground your emotional experience. Listen to this episode to hear what 5 movements will help […]

21. Physical Storytelling Nov 27, 2017

Steve and Connor describe their ever-evolving technique that facilitates deep introspection, community gathering, and conversation on hot-button topics. Listen in on how they make all of this happen even in groups of people who have no verbal language in common. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Steve Harvey and Connor Kelly first met at the 1988 ADTA conference in […]

20. Sensations are Emotions Nov 10, 2017

Join this fascinating conversation about how we can begin understanding the sensations we feel inside our bodies and how to use this knowledge to alleviate our emotional pain. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Kalila Homann, MA, LPC-S, BC-DMT is a dance/movement therapist and licensed professional counselor and supervisor in private practice in Austin, Texas. She now works as an affiliate […]

19. Older Adults & Dementia: A Heart-Centered Approach Oct 30, 2017

Donna informs us how emotional connection, social interaction, and body-based communication are the most important elements of older adult & Dementia care. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Donna Newman-Bluestein is a Board Certified dance/movement therapist, Certified Movement Analyst, mental health counselor, senior lecturer for Lesley University, and performer with the intergenerational dance company Back Pocket Dancers. Since 1978, […]

18. “Bodyfulness” for Deeper Mindfulness Oct 12, 2017

Christine Caldwell talks about her new book, Bodyfulness, which is a practice that challenges us to take mindfulness one step further by using our body’s knowledge and intuition to make more empowered and informed choices in everyday life. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Christine Caldwell, Ph.D., LPC, BC-DMT, is the founder of and professor in the Somatic Counseling Program […]

17. Building a Brand: Conscious Dancer Sep 29, 2017

Part 2 of the mind/body marketing mini-series: Mark Metz shares his unpredictable journey that led him to conscious dance practices and inspired him to create the Conscious Dancer magazine & community. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Mark Metz is an author and DJ who publishes Conscious Dancer Magazine and founded the Dance First Association. His primary field of interest is […]

16. Building a Practice: Chicago Dance Therapy Sep 20, 2017

Part 1 of the mind/body marketing mini-series: Erica Hornthal, LCPC, BC-DMT shares her experiences and insights about transitioning from public service to private practice. Although Erica’s practice is specific to dance/movement therapy, her tips are helpful for any prospective entrepreneurs in creative, unique, and/or commonly misunderstood fields. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Erica Hornthal is a clinical counselor […]

15. Whole Body Parenting Aug 31, 2017

Dr. Lori Baudino advises how parents can intentionally use their bodies and movement to improve communication, understanding, and harmony in relationship to their children. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Dr. Lori Baudino, has been a practicing clinician for over a decade. As the National Clinical Spokesperson for The Andrea Rizzo Foundation, and with their sole funding, Dr. Baudino brought […]

14. Bullying and Violence Prevention Aug 23, 2017

Rena Kornblum is the creator of an internationally known bullying and violence prevention curriculum. Rena incorporates movement behavior, body knowledge, multicultural awareness, and creative social skills as interventions and resolutions for violence and bullying in and out of school classrooms. Rena shares challenging and rewarding moments from her work with children that we can all […]

13. Understanding Suicide: Living with the Will to Die Aug 08, 2017

Suicide Awareness: Join your host, Orit Krug, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT as she talks about the spectrum of suicide from a neurobiological perspective to highlight the importance of the mind-body connection in people who are considering ending their lives. Orit explains how dance/movement therapy and body-based interventions can promote healthier communication between brain and body and […]

12. Dance Therapy for Depression Jul 19, 2017

Joan shares how people suffering from depression can find their life force through dance therapy. Listen for tips on how to engage your body to rediscover inspiration and unleash your creative energy. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Joan was heavily involved in the passage of legislation that licenses creative arts therapy in New York State, serving as liaison […]

11. Veterans & Active Military: Restoring Mind and Body through Movement Jul 10, 2017

Allison Winters, MA, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT, E-RYT treats veterans and active service members through mind-body centered approaches. Listen to find out why dance/movement therapy and body-based practices are effective approaches to helping these individuals regain control over their emotions and feel empowered in their lives once again. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Allison is a board certified dance/movement […]

10. Global Trauma Recovery Jun 12, 2017

Amber Gray talks about body-centered approaches to her global trauma humanitarian work, describes physical aspects of trauma memory, and advises that stronger body awareness can enhance our capacity to respond to fears induced by the current refugee crisis and political climate. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Amber is a pioneer in the use of Dance Movement Therapy with […]

09. The Deeper Side of Eating Disorders Jun 04, 2017

Susan shares the 4 components that make up each individual’s body image and why eating disorders are much deeper than physical appearances. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Susan Kleinman, MA, BC-DMT, NCC, CEDS, is creative arts therapies supervisor and dance/movement therapist for The Renfrew Center of Florida. Ms Kleinman is a trustee of the Marian Chace Foundation, Past […]

08. Conquering your Fear of Flying May 24, 2017

Antonia Arboleda-Hahnemann, BC-DMT helps people conquer a fear of flying. She informs us about her therapeutic work with clients who suffer from mild to severe anxiety disorders and how dance/movement therapy can be applied even up to 35,000 feet in the air. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Antonia Arboleda-Hahnemann is a psychologist and board certified dance/movement therapist living […]

07. How to Become a Dance/Movement Therapist May 16, 2017

Sherry Goodill, Ph.D, BC-DMT, NCC, LPC, a Dance/Movement Therapy educator of over 30 years, shares her insights about what it means to become a dance/movement therapist and why it’s important to incorporate body and movement knowledge into one’s training and practice of psychotherapy. Sherry W. Goodill is Clinical Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Creative Arts […]

06. Bridging the Conscious and Unconscious through Authentic Movement May 04, 2017

Kendra Kambestad, MS, LCAT, BC-DMT and Laura Raffa, MS, LCAT, BC-DMT, talk about what it means to truly witness another and be seen by another through Authentic Movement, a process that can help individuals discover and understand their deepest impulses and needs. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Kendra Kambestad specializes in movement psychotherapy and authentic movement. She has […]

05. Reaching Across Borders Apr 24, 2017

Rosey Puloka MA, R-DMT, shares her perspective on how to support inclusion of different identities, find belonging, and push past “fears of the unknown” in order to facilitate more harmony across borders. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Rosey Puloka is a dance/movement therapist, trauma yoga specialist, and counselor in the Chicago area. She received her BA from Colorado College in Dance […]

04. Fit Body, Fit Mind Apr 15, 2017

Jessica Scott talks about her recent health and fitness lifestyle transformation and how it has positively impacted her emotional well-being. The discussion takes a unique turn when Jessica and Orit speculate how fitness training may mimic certain body-based survival responses and strengthen one’s ability to manage anxiety. Jessica Scott is a licensed therapist and counselor in the New […]

03. New Dance Therapists: Identity and Self-Care Apr 14, 2017

Winnie Wong, MS, R-DMT, LCAT, Jamie Yasgur, MS, R-DMT, LP-CAT, Sarah Lannon, MS, R-DMT and Orit talk about their experiences as relatively new dance/movement therapists. Themes about professional identity, work-life balance, and self-forgiveness often come up throughout the discussion. Even if you’re not a DMT, you will certainly be able to relate as a new […]

02. The Power of Pausing Apr 13, 2017

Christina Devereaux, Ph.D., LCAT, LMHC, BC-DMT, NCC informs us why it is essential for human bodies to rest in the midst of our fast-paced lives and how we can learn to trust the “pause.” Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Christina Devereaux is an Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling program at Antioch […]

01. Introduction to Mind Your Body Apr 10, 2017

Meet the host, Orit Krug, as she provides a brief introduction of this podcast series and a more in-depth description of Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT). Click here to read the full written transcript of this podcast episode. Orit Krug, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT is the Director of Expressive Therapies at Rockford Center, an inpatient/outpatient psychiatric hospital in Newark, […]

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