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Group Dance/Movement Therapy

Join a supportive community of individuals on a shared journey towards well-being. Our group sessions offer a collaborative environment where participants can connect, express themselves, and explore themes such as body awareness, self-expression, and interpersonal dynamics through movement. Together, we'll cultivate resilience, build connections, and foster a sense of belonging.

Group Therapy at Hopeful Movement

Small, supportive virtual Dance/Movement Therapy groups

Why group?

Group therapy can be incredibly healing, especially when we’re feeling alone with our experiences.

In a Dance/Movement Therapy group, we use gentle movement, mindfulness, creativity, and conversation to explore what’s happening in our bodies and lives. Members often come looking for:

New coping skills for stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
Support around life transitions, burnout, or recovery
A safer space to be seen, heard, and understood
A more compassionate relationship with their own body

You do not need to be a dancer to participate. All bodies, all levels of movement, and all identities are welcome.

What my groups are like

Virtual & small: Groups meet online and are kept small (usually 4–8 people) so we can build trust and connection.
Closed cohort: Most groups run as a 6-week series with the same members each week so we can go deeper together.
Trauma-informed & paced: Everything is invitational. Movement is gentle and adaptable—sitting, standing, or even lying down is welcome.
Mind–body focused: We use movement, grounding, breath, imagery, journaling, art, and discussion to support emotional regulation and self-understanding.

You might be a good fit if you’re open to:

Exploring your body’s signals and stories
Showing up for yourself weekly for 6 weeks
Sharing space with others who are also healing

How it works

Step 1 – Join the Group Interest List

Click the button below to complete a short Group Interest Form. This helps me learn about your needs, goals, and scheduling.

Step 2 – Free 15-minute consult

I’ll review your form and reach out by email to schedule a brief consult call. We’ll talk about what you’re hoping for, answer questions, and make sure a group setting feels appropriate and safe right now.

Step 3 – Get matched with a group

When a group forms that fits your needs and availability, I’ll invite you to join that specific 6-week cohort. I’ll send details about the theme, dates, time, fees, and expectations so you can decide if it feels right.

Step 4 – Reserve your spot & begin

Once you confirm, you’ll reserve your spot (either by paying in full or setting up weekly payment). Then we meet weekly on Zoom for 6 weeks, with movement, reflection, and time for integration.

Group Therapy Interest Form

First name

Last name

Preferred Pronouns

Date of Birth

Month

Day

Year

Phone

Address

What would you hope to get out of a 6-week Dance/Movement Therapy group? (For example: coping skills, connection with others, body awareness, processing stress/anxiety, etc.)

In a few sentences, what is bringing you to consider group therapy at this time?

Is there anything I should know about your body, mobility, sensory needs, or access needs so I can better support you? (For example: need to stay seated, limited movement, chronic pain, neurodivergence needs, camera/sensory sensitivity, etc.)

Have you experienced any recent hospitalizations, suicide attempts, or significant safety concerns in the past 3 months?

Yes

If yes, and you feel comfortable, please briefly share what feels important for me to know so I can decide whether a group setting is appropriate and safe for you right now.

Scheduling

Is there any specific day or time that works best for you? Please include date, time, and timezone. Multiple options are helpful for group placement and planning.

Consent

I understand that this form is not an emergency or crisis line. If I am in immediate danger or experiencing a crisis, I will call 988 or local emergency services.

I understand that submitting this form does not guarantee placement in a group. Lauren will review my responses and follow up about next steps.

I consent to Lauren contacting me by email and/or phone regarding group therapy opportunities.

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