American Dance Therapy Association Explained

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 practitoners 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

External links

• Official site

Notes and References

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