Dance of the Soul: Integrating Spirituality and Religious Practices in Dance/Movement Therapy

Abstract

Since the formation of the Spirituality and Religion Affinity Group of the ADTA Multicultural and Diversity Committee (MDC), group members have been afforded the opportunity to share how this part of their identity shapes their dance/movement therapy practice. The similarities and differences in approaches and experiences of each author makes visible a part of their identities that was once hidden in their clinical practice. The areas of sacred healing space, self-care, the Feri tradition, Jewish practice, providing space, and sacredness of the body as they relate to spiritual/religious practice within clinical practice will be explored.