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Children and adolescents
Movement Together: Creating Kinder Classrooms
In-school sessions tackle problem-solving, anger, empathy, peer pressure, and alienation. Children find positive connections with each other in ways that simply feel like play. A kinder classroom is the goal, but the techniques help students respond to the stresses of daily life in healthy ways. This is critical for making schools kinder while teaching children about emotional intelligence, peace making, mindfulness, body awareness, and anti-bullying.
Body Mind Heart
For school-aged children and adolescents who may have experienced trauma and could benefit from a supportive environment while learning about themselves and their feelings. Participants develop supportive skills and learn how to share as a member of a group. Using dance/movement and other expressive arts, the program is designed to address the social and emotional needs of youth. It is based on a variety of therapeutic approaches, theoretical orientations, and evidenced-based best practices. The program can benefit all youth regardless of known trauma backgrounds. Eight week program, length can be adjusted as needed.
Grief Group
Supportive, therapeutic groups for youth experiencing grief and loss. The group offers companionship and understanding while helping youth learn to live with grief. Utilizing dance/movement and other expressive arts, participants learn to express feelings, share stories, build coping skills, and discover new traditions and ideas that can help keep loved ones present in the heart and memories. The program is designed to help restore a sense of connection to one’s self and surviving family members. Eight week program, length can be adjusted as needed.