One Type of Activity Is Particularly Effective at Keeping Your Brain Young

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Trauma is an invisible wound that manifests not just in the mind, but also in the body. In recent years, the importance of addressing the physical aspects of psychological trauma has gained significant attention.

When words fall short, creativity often steps in to bridge the gap. Art, in its many forms, can serve as a powerful tool in the therapeutic process. It allows individuals to explore their inner world, communicate complex emotions, and achieve a sense of relief or clarity.

Somatic therapy explores how the body expresses deeply painful experiences, applying mind-body healing to aid with trauma recovery.

It can be hard to talk to people about how you feel. You may be worried that they won't take your feelings seriously. You may also be worried about what will happen after you tell them your problems.

Dance/movement therapy is one of several types of creative arts therapies used to support traditional therapeutic techniques for people with mental health diagnoses such as depression and/or anxiety.

Learn more about depression from Craig Sawchuk, Ph.D., L.P., clinical psychologist at Mayo Clinic.

They say, “Write what you know,” but as a therapist, I also like to think, “Treat what you know.”

Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) is a holistic, evidence-based approach that recognizes the deep connection between body, mind, and emotions. It utilizes movement as a powerful tool for healing, expression, and self-discovery. According to the American Dance Therapy Association, DMT is “the psychotherapeutic use of movement to promote emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration of the individual.”