Description:
OPD Points: 5
Learning OutcomesBy the end of the webinar you will have the opportunity to: 1. Learn about the history and pioneers of various Somatic & Dance Movement Therapy theories – their differences and similarities; 2. Understand how these processes can be implemented to support your existing work with clients; 3. Experience the benefit and transformative potential of body-based, movement and expressive art processes; 4. Explore deepening awareness & connection with your own body’s wisdom and growing the creative possibilities of your work with clients.
Key Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
Questions AddressedWhat does Somatic Movement Therapy involve?What are the differences and similarities between various Movement Therapy Theories?How can I support my client to have a connected relationship with their body?How can I encourage my client to try different self-regulation techniques using their body?What are the benefits of Somatic Movement Therapy?How has Somatic Movement Therapy been applied with different cases & client groups?How can I encourage my client to use movement to process their emotions?How can my client be more aware of their body?How do I begin to integrate body-based movement processes in my client work?In what ways can we creatively work with different parts of the self?Learning MethodsInteractive and practical presentationLarge and small group discussionsGentle Movement Based Methods practiceExpressive Arts exerciseOpportunities to reflect on method applications
Presenter / Provider:
Cathy Williams
Presenter Qualifications:
Cathy Williams is a Movement and Expressive Arts Therapy Facilitator. She has worked in the field of Community Development within Australia and internationally for 14 years, designing and implementing a number of grassroots community, youth and social justice programs focused on capacity building. Her ‘Intuitive Self’ offerings, since 2016, utilise movement and creative modalities as avenues to enhance participants connection to their innate Body Wisdom and strengthen their ability to listen to, trust in and follow their intuitive guidance. Encouraging clients agency and creative self-discovery, Cathy guides individuals and community groups through experiences to inspire curious inquiry and access inner resources which support them to navigate the ebb and flow of this wild life.
