American Dance Therapy Association

American Dance Therapy Association is the only organization solely dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the profession of dance/movement therapy (DMT). It was founded in 1966 ^[1] by Marian Chace, Elissa Queyquep White, Claire Schmais, and several practitioners from across the United States. ^{[2] [1]}

History

Dance/movement therapy has been a distinct profession since the 1940s. ^[3] The pioneers of the movement saw the relationship of how the body and mind interact in health and in illness. ^{[3] [4]} Whether it be an illness of the mind which affects the body, or an illness of the body that impacts the mind and spirit, these early therapists saw the need to treat these issues.

Today

• ADTA maintains a registry of dance/movement therapists
• Sets and monitors standards for the master's level programs ^[5]
• Publishes the American Journal of Dance Therapy twice a year ^[6]
• Publishes timely monographs for its members and for allied professionals
• Holds a professional conference every year ^[7]
• Supports formation of regional groups, conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings

References

1. Devereaux, Christina; Kleinman, Susan; Johnson, Grace Marie Mangino; Witzling, Kelsey (7 November 2016). "American Dance Therapy Association Historical Timeline: 1966-2016". American Journal of Dance Therapy. 38 (2): 437–454. doi:10.1007/s10465-016-9239-8. S2CID   254234326.
2. "Elissa Queyquep White, visiting professor of dance/movement therapy and an originator of the field, shares the fundamental, transformative power of dance across generations". Pratt News . Retrieved 22 July 2023.
3. "What to know about dance movement therapy". Medical News Today . Retrieved 22 July 2023.
4. Bradt, J.; Shim, M.; Goodill, S. W. (7 January 2015). "Dance/movement therapy for improving psychological and physical outcomes in cancer patients". The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2015 (1) CD007103. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD007103.pub3. PMC   7204197 . PMID   25565627.
5. "American Dance Therapy Association Standards for Dance/movement Therapy Master's Program" (PDF). ADTA.org. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
6. "American Journal of Dance Therapy". ADTA.org. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
7. "Past Events". ADTA.org. Retrieved 22 July 2023.

External links

• Official site