Scheduled Events & Programs

• Summer 2010 Calendar • Events • Workshops •

• Dance/ Movement Therapy Sessions •
• Children's On-Site Program • Creative Dance for Kids •
• HC Dance Club • Empowerment Groups • A Time for Moms • • Alexander Technique •
• Outreach •

DANCE/MOVEMENT THERAPY SESSIONS

Individual and family dance/movement therapy sessions are by appointment. Dance/movement therapy, related art experiences and verbal processing will be used to explore particular concerns.

On-going, Monday through Friday, various times scheduled.

For a Jungian approach to dance/movement therapy, contact Deborah Thomas, PhD, BC-DMT

Children's Self and Social Identity Groups. Groups are formed based on chilren's shared needs, ages and schedules.

(Our adult groups and creative movement classes are scheduled as series of weeks, cycling usually three semesters in the year.)

MOVEMENT & PSYCHOTHERAPY:
A JUNGIAN APPROACH

For clients interested in working with dreams and creative/expressive movement in an exploration of the self.
Deborah Thomas, PhD, BC-DMT is currently in training wtih the Ontario Association of Jungian Analysis.
AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT

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A TIME FOR MOMS: A SELF-CARE CLASS

Let us join together to honor ourselves and our bodies using a combination of dance, play, meditation, relaxation exercises, and journaling. Ann Wingate, the class facilitator, is a certified dance/movement therapist and a mom. Meets the first Saturday of the month, 10 am- 12 pm.,
Register for series of 3: $75; drop in -$30 per class.

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EMPOWERMENT GROUPS

EMPOWERMENT THROUGH MOVEMENT:
A Therapy Group for Women

So many of the issues that women face in their struggles to become whole, valued, and equal have to do with the culture, their bodies, and thoughts associated with with their body-selves. Empowerment for women is a group designed to creatively explore blocks to feeling connected to one's authenticity and power.

Movement therapists deal with many of the same issues as verbal therapists - self-identity and acceptance, limit setting, assertiveness, communication, relationships with others, stress reduction and relaxation. As therapists, we develop movement experiences collaboratively based on the material clients bring. The overall goal of dance/movement therapy is to integrate physical, cognitive, and emotional expression.

A typical group begins with sharing the experiences of the past week and any current problems members might want to explore in group. For example, to discover self-identity, we might explore individual movement preferences such as controlled vs. free movement to discover what such preferences might reveal about activities we find nourishing or destructive. The group ends with verbal processing of the movement experience.

We will use movement expression & verbal discussion to explore topics such as body image, self-worth, interpersonal relationships, and setting boundaries. No prior movement experience necessary.

Grace Valentine, MA, BC-DMT, LPC
Robyn Lending Halsten, MA, BC-DMT
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
call 608.251.0908 to register

HC DANCE CLUB :
Creative Dance for Teens with Developmental Issues

A therapeutic class filled with fun, dance and music. This class will encourage self-esteem, positive body image and successful peer relationships. To promote a sense of inclusion, the class is supported by teen and college student volunteers.

Ann Wingate, MA, BC-DMT
Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
call 251-0908 to register

A CIRCLE OF CHILDREN:
Creative Dance for Kids
Ages 5-8

A Circle of Children is designed for children 5-8 years of age to join together in the joy of dance.  The class will provide a creative process exploring  the elements of dance and the inner experience of each child.  We will delight in our dancing spirits!

Ann Wingate, MA, BC-DMT
Thursdays, 4 - 4:45 pm.
call 251-0908 to register

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

Experience your natural potential to move with ease in a supportive environment. Learn skills of self-observation and tension release in everyday movement. Explore subtle movements to achieve greater body awareness and economy of effort. Alexander Technique may benefit performing artists, those with common physical problems including arthritis, and anyone desiring to improve the quality of their everyday movements. No experience necessary. The instructor, Deborah Thomas, PhD, BC-DMT, has been studying and teaching Alexander Technique since 1978 and has trained with Master Alexander teacher Marjorie Barstow. Click here to learn more about Alexander Technique.

Call 251-0908 to schedule individual or group sessions.

Scheduled outreach services by contract.

• Movement therapy groups for at-risk children and Violence Prevention through Movement classes at Lapham, Lowell, and Lakeview Elementary Schools and Empowerment for Girls group at Sennett Middle School. (The In-School Prevention and Therapy program is partially funded by United Way of Dane County)
• Drop-in movement therapy group at Cornucopia for adults with chronic mental illness.
• Movement therapy group at Community Support Network for adults with disabilities.
  

Our staff is available to do groups at off-site facilities.

Please call us if you are interested. (608) 251-0908
or Email info@hancockcenter.net

Call or Email for a Hancock Center brochure or program flyers

Sliding fee scale available.

Library and video viewing available during office hours.

is a non-profit supporting agency of the

Marian Chace Foundation

andUnited Way

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