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DANCE/MOVEMENT PSYCHOTHERAPY
*1:1 Sessions
*Group Sessions
*BC-DMT / LCAT Supervision
Specialities: inner-child healing, complex trauma, body image/concerns, family therapy, couples therapy, adolescents, young adults, depression, anxiety, PTSD, abuse, grief, ADHD, adjustment
Dear Body, Thank You
Dear Body, Thank You
WHAT IS DANCE/MOVEMENT THERAPY?
Dance/movement therapy uses the body as the foundation to express, cope and recognize movement patterns as a result to the individuals’ experiences. Memories that are stored in the body are released through movement as a means of communication and expression. Through movement there is a connection of body, mind and soul.
The American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) defines dance/movement therapy as the psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive and physical integration of the individual. To learn more about Dance/Movement Therapy visit the American Dance Therapy Association.
Dear Body, Thank You
Dear Body, Thank You
Please support her first-ever book by clicking the image above which was developed throughout Ashanti’s internship experience in graduate school when working with an underrepresented population. She aimed to bring awareness to individuals with complex disabilities and provides a variety of dance/movement therapy techniques.
“Dance/Movement Therapy for Individuals with Physical & Intellectual Disabilities: Inspiring Expression”
“Random Thoughts”
Journaling has been a source of refuge and a form of self-care in Ashanti's healing journey. In this book you will find that she is vulnerable and transparent in sharing some of her undisclosed thoughts. Ashanti provides several blank pages for readers to document what comes to mind; however, this book is to be used to best fit individual needs. She hopes this encourages readers in any way that relates to where they are on their journey.
MEET ASHANTI WOODS, M.S., BC-DMT, LCAT
Ashanti is a Board Certified-Dance/Movement Psychotherapist (BC-DMT), Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), author, and founder of Asante Body Movement. She completed her Bachelor of Arts at Cleveland State University in psychology and dance and a Master’s degree in Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) at Sarah Lawrence College.
She was introduced to dance/movement therapy as an undergraduate student during a time of loss in her life. She noticed a shift in her approach to rehearsals and technique classes which eventually became a coping outlet. She has experience working with individuals and families, children and adults with or without physical and intellectual disabilities, elderly with Dementia and Alzheimer’s, as well as adolescents at high-risk. Her continued research interests are breaking down barriers and providing access to underrepresented communities.
Reviews
“Ashanti is a wonderful mentor. She has been instrumental in my growth and learning as a dance movement therapist in training. She always gives me helpful feedback and constructive criticism that challenges me to improve my skills and knowledge. She supports my goals and aspirations and encourages me to explore my creativity and expression. She is patient with me when I make mistakes or struggle with something, and she never makes me feel judged or inadequate. She keeps it real with me and tells me the truth, even if it is hard to hear sometimes. She is very knowledgeable about her field, and she shares her insights and experiences with me generously. I admire her passion and dedication for the field of dance movement therapy. Ashanti is not only a great supervisor but also a great role model.”