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Get Unstuck through Movement Therapy with LCPC Erica Hornthal In this episode, you'll hear: How dance and movement therapy connects us to the present and disconnects us from the worry The different types of movement therapy and how Erica helps people overcome insecurities Why Erica created the 52 Movement Therapy Cards  Practical ways to tune with your body today and A.C.E. your mental health  Erica Hornthal is known as "The Therapist Who Moves You." She is a board-certified dance and movement therapist, a licensed clinical professional counselor, and the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy in Chicago, Illinois. Erica grew up in New Jersey and is an only child who has been independent and wise beyond her years. She was also a rather anxious child who fell in love with dance at a young age. That love of dance taught her how to be in her body rather than ruminate in her thoughts.  On July 4, 2022, a mass shooter targeted a parade in downtown Highland Park, Illinois, killing seven people and physically wounding 48 others. During this time when Erica was offering crisis counseling services to survivors and those impacted by the tragedy, she found the devastation, terror, and utter disbelief on people's faces were surpassed only by the rigidity, constriction, and tension present in their bodies. It became clear to her that people seeking emotional support, as well as the volunteers, had one thing in common that nobody was addressing—their nervous systems were in utter distress. They needed to relearn how to feel safe in the moment and safe in their bodies. This realization led her to create her 52 Movement Therapy cards, which can be incorporated into a daily somatic ritual or pulled as needed in times of stress, worry, or dissociation. Movement precedes thought patterns and therefore can help us create new thought patterns. It can teach us how to stop overthinking and start deeply feeling, allowing us to move through those feelings. If you are stuck, metaphorically or literally, the only way to get unstuck is to move.  In this episode, Mathew and Erica discuss the story of the body and why the way we move has such an impact on how we feel and how we act. Erica tells us what movement therapy looks like in her practice, how she helps people overcome their insecurities, and how becoming more aware of your body empowers you to develop a better understanding of your feelings. Erica explains movement therapy is for anyone who feels like they have reached a plateau in traditional forms of psychotherapy, don't know how to find the words to express how they are feeling, or do not have access to formal language.   “If you want to change the way you think, you have to change the way you move.” Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: EricaHornthal.com  ChicagoDanceTherapy.com  Body Aware book The Movement Therapy Deck   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson

Discover How Simple Movements Can Transform Your EmotionsIn this episode, Erica Hornthal, also known as "the therapist who moves you," teaches how to incorporate simple movements into your daily life to shift your emotions and enhance your well-being.Learn easy techniques to get unstuck, alleviate anxiety, and navigate moments of discomfort through movement.Enjoy!

In this episode, Deanna shares her personal experience with dance and movement, revealing how it helped her overcome her own season of stuck. She also interviews Erica Hornthal, a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist. Erica discusses the transformative power of movement and dance therapy in improving mental and emotional health, emphasizing the importance of body awareness and creating personal movement practices for making the journey from stuck to unstuck. Tune in to explore the power of movement, unlock new pathways to mental and emotional wellness, and move (or dance!) your way out of stuckness.Tune in to learn about:The role of movement in therapy and its impact on mental and emotional healthIntegrating mind, body, and spirit through movementThe importance of body awareness and its impact on mental healthThe scientific basis of how movement can change the brain's neural pathwaysThe significance of learning the language of the bodyAdvice on getting unstuck and not attaching to words or opinionsThoughts from the episode:“If we get out of the mindset that dance is only an art form and that I have to have some set of skill to do it, then dance is possible for everybody.” –Erica Hornthal“So much of our structure is directed towards the mind that it can be easy to forget the body and we get stuck because we're only using one part of our processing power, which is our mind, and we're ignoring the wisdom of the body.” –Deanna deBaraAbout Erica HornthalErica is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, speaker, and author.  She is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, a group practice founded in 2011.Erica is also the author of Body Aware: Rediscover Your Mind-Body Connection, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Improve Your Mental Health with Simple Movement Practices and The Movement Therapy Deck: 52 Mindful Movement Exercises to Regulate Your Nervous System and Process Trauma.Connect with Erica:On the web:Erica's personal websiteChicago Dance TherapyOn social media:Instagram:@the.therapist.who.moves.you@chicago_dance_therapyX: @CHIDanceTherapyStay connected with Season of Stuck:Want more insights on how to make your journey from stuck to unstuck? Make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts; you can catch new episodes every Tuesday.Want to make sure you never miss an episode? Visit seasonofstuck.com to get episodes delivered to your inbox. And for even more stuck-related content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @seasonofstuck****DISCLAIMER****Season of Stuck is for general information only and should not be considered health, financial, or any other type of professional advice. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on Season of Stuck is not an endorsement. We do not verify the accuracy of the information that guests present. Adult language may be present. Our producer and host disclaim any liability arising out of your reliance on Season of Stuck.

Our bodies are the vessels we occupy from the start of our lives, but so many of us feel disconnected in this home we have within ourselves. If we live in our bodies, how can they feel so foreign to us? For a whole lot of reasons, we're taught to ignore body wisdom even though it holds the most potent information about ourselves and how we move through the world.   How do we get acquainted with our body wisdom and why is keying into this innate knowledge so important? In this episode, we're joined by licensed clinical professional counselor, dance/movement therapist and author, Erica Hornthal.   We talk about movement and body awareness and why it's critical to our ability to be, live, create and heal.   When the body is the source of your pain, no one wants to revisit that. But we can't escape our bodies. You're bringing the place where the pain happened with you all the time, you may as well dialogue with it. -Erica Hornthal   Four Things You'll Learn In This Episode    -Our bodies never stop speaking Human beings are always moving, even when we think we're stuck in a freeze response, there is still so much happening within. How do we learn to decode what our bodies are telling us through even the smallest of movements?    -How to find safety in your body One thing that cuts us off from our innate body wisdom is how we've been conditioned to sit still and not “act weird”. How does this impact the movements we do make and how do we learn to move on our own terms again?   -Meet in movement People don't have to understand your body's messaging to support you. How can we use mirroring to recognize, validate, and normalize what people are feeling?    -Movement speaks where words fail Before we can process a thought and speak it, our bodies have already felt and noted something. How do we use this to move through the world with more self-awareness?    Guest Bio Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, author, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health. Erica is the author of Body Aware and The Movement Therapy Deck. For more information, head to https://www.ericahornthal.com/ and follow @‌the.therapist.who.moves.you on Instagram.

Today's special guest, Erica Hornthal, is a board certified dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor based in Chicago. Erica is also author of  Body Aware, a book devoted to movement, and Founder of Chicago Dance Therapy where she assists clients in moving their bodies to move their minds. When she found herself in the thick of crisis counseling after the horrific July 4th, 2022 shooting at the parade in downtown Highland Park, IL, it became clear to her that people seeking emotional support, as well as the volunteers, had one thing in common that nobody was addressing- their nervous systems were in utter distress. As a movement therapist, this realization was nothing new. However, in this moment, she found herself wishing she had a body-based emotional first-aid kit to guide these survivors out of their heads and back into their bodies and the idea for The Movement Therapy Deck was born.  Now, her 52 Movement Therapy cards with embodied practices to relieve stress/anxiety, heal from trauma and find emotional balance are available to the public via Target, Amazon and her website. They offer perfect prompts to acknowledge, move through and release emotions and are accessible to everyone no matter age or physical ability.   

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of body wisdom and its critical role in enhancing personal and professional growth. I'm joined by Erica Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist, who sheds light on how accessing our body's inherent wisdom can lead to profound insights and healing. Through the lens of dance movement therapy, Erica provides a fascinating perspective on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and emotion. Erica Hornthal, is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of body wisdom and its critical role in enhancing personal and professional growth. I'm joined by Erica Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist, who sheds light on how accessing our body's inherent wisdom can lead to profound insights and healing. Through the lens of dance movement therapy, Erica provides a fascinating perspective on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and emotion. Erica Hornthal, is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.

Welcome to "Shit Talking Shrinks" - where two licensed therapists who have invested way too much money in degrees, certifications, and trainings share their love for their profession and sprinkle humor along the way!In this episode, we dive into conversation with Erica Hornthal, a board-certified dance and movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor, to learn more about the world of dance and movement therapy and its profound impact on mental health.Known as "The Therapist Who Moves You," Erica is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and author of the award-winning book, Body Aware. In this conversation, Erica delves into the intricate relationship between our minds and bodies, showcasing the transformative power of movement in our lives.Erica candidly discusses the limitations of solely focusing on mindset and encourages us to embrace the concept of feeling our way into thinking our way out. Through her wealth of knowledge and practical insights, she demonstrates the potential of movement as a potent tool for promoting mental health and well-being.This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the mind/body connection and the incredible potential for personal growth and healing that can be found through movement. Learn more about Erica at: ericahornthal.comConnect with Erica on Instagram here: @the.therapist.who.moves.you Follow Erica on Facebook here: @EricaHornthalIf you want to work with me therapeutically and live in CO or ILhttps://www.courageouspathscounseling.comNeed quality therapy ASAP?! Receive 10% off your first month by clicking this link

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be?“The importance of moving your body to optimise mental health.”________Here on the One Question Podcast, we bring you inspiring stories from extraordinary individuals making an impact in their fields. Today's guest is no exception - we're thrilled to have Erica Hornthal, known as "The Therapist Who Moves You," joining us. Erica is a board-certified dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor, with over 20 years of experience in the field. As the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, she has helped countless individuals use movement to tap into their emotions, gain greater self-awareness, and heal from trauma. She is also the author of the award-winning book, Body Aware, which explores the connection between movement and mental health. Get ready to be inspired as we dive into Erica's journey and how she's using dance and movement to help people transform their lives.Connect and find out more about Erica here;-Buy her book: www.ericahornthal.comInstagram Erica HornthalHead to michellejcox.com for more information about the ONE QUESTION podcast, your host or today's guestsConnect with Michelle on Linkedin here:- @MichelleJCoxConnect with Michelle on Instagram here:- @michellejcoxConnect with Michelle on Facebook here - @michellejcoxAND, if you have a burning topic you'd love people to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on the One Question podcast, please get in touch;- hello@michellejcox.com

FEATURED GUESTS: Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health. LISTEN & LEARN: Why raising awareness for the body in psychotherapy is important. How Erica transformed frustration about the lack of awareness of the field into a passionate advocacy platform. The importance of reinvesting in your marketing strategies as a business owner. Tips on how to pitch yourself to various media outlets. The importance of nailing down your elevator pitch so that it is clear and passionate. It's possible to let go of specific outcomes or measurables when we have a purpose driven strategy. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: Erica's website www.ericahornthal.com Erica's Body Awareness Mental Health Journal Free Download https://payhip.com/b/YgTl Body Aware with Bonus of 2 free audiobooks through Audiobooks.com Body Aware paperback --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reina-lombardi5/support

Oftentimes when people hear the word movement, they think of exercise. Yet the way we move our bodies – ranging from how we stretch to how much space we take up in a room – might reveal places where we're stuck in other areas of life.   Today I connect with Erica Hornthal, a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. We discuss her book: “Body Aware: Rediscover Your Mind-Body Connection, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Improve Your Mental Health with Simple Movement Practices.”   Erica shares what dance movement therapy is and what it is not, how to listen to your body's signals, and practices for boosting mind/body connection and speaking your body's language. We also talk about how movement can bring about change in our minds and why it's so good for us to move our bodies in different ways.   Erica and I would love to know how you are moving your body today. Share today's episode on Instagram and be sure to tag us - @the.therapist.who.moves.you and @whitneywoman!   Here's what to look forward to in today's episode:   -What dance movement therapy is and what it is not -A picture of what a person might experience in dance movement therapy -Relearning a connection with our body and why so many of us have lost it -How to listen to your body's signals -Speaking your body's language -Something you can do to help alleviate anxiety and bring awareness to your body -How movement can bring about change in our minds -Why it's so good for us to move our bodies in different ways -Erica's wish for all bodies -The difference between structural and mental health -An example of a dance movement practice you can try today   Connect with Erica : IG: @the.therapist.who.moves.you Website: www.ericahornthal.com Book: Body Aware     Connect with Whitney: IG: @whitneywoman Website: myelectricideas.com   Whitney's Season to Shift Mastermind is just one week away, beginning on January 25th! Click HERE for more information. 

Have you heard of dance movement therapy? Before talking to Erica Hornthal, CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, I had no idea what it really was, but I had so much fun deconstructing her business and I know you will benefit from this conversation. In episode #214 of the Dance Boss Podcast, Erica and I discuss her online dance business, how it started, and how it has shifted.  We talk:  How Erica got into this work and how she knew she was on the right path Meeting community needs instead of using your own judgment How COVID affected her business and shifted her perspective “Balancing” being a mom with running a business And Erica's new book, Body Aware   Click here for show notes  https://bit.ly/DBPShowNotes    Did you see Apolla Performance get a deal on Shark Tank? It was so exciting to see our dance community represented and spotlighted on National TV. Check out their shocks now! www.apollaperformance.com IG/FB @Apollaperfomance https://www.instagram.com/apollaperformance/   Are you a dance professional that currently offers your services 1:1, through workshops or consulting? Do you desire to gain time and freedom, create scalability, and hit 4-figure months? Inside of DancePreneur Academy, I teach you how to do this by turning your 1:1, consulting/workshops into a curriculum-driven group program. Wanna learn more? Schedule a call and let's chat. - tinyurl.com/DPAWaitlist1

On today's episode I am joined with Erica Hornthal. Erica is a dance and movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. She is also known as the "Therapist Who Moves You. " Erica is also the Author of a new book Body Aware, a step-by-step journey how a mindful movement practice can slow down thoughts to lessen anxiety and panic and impact how and what we feel. When we talk about movement, most of us think "exercise". But the way we move our bodies, how we walk, roll, dance, stretch, stretch, connect, and take up space - is about so much more than physical fitness. Erica shares about how our movements impact our mental health and wellbeing and when we change the way we move, we can change the way we experience life. She even shares a little gentle practice with us during the episode. Body aware helps readers to learn and identify where they physically hold their emotions, understand and interpret their body's unique language, explore bodily sensations, identify emotional blockages and upgrade harmful thought cycles to patterns that instead foster resilience, emotional regulation, and productivity.  During the episode she even shares a gentle movement practice.  Get the book here:- https://www.amazon.com/Body-Aware-Rediscover-Mind-Body-Connection-ebook/dp/B09LH42FSZ  Website www.ericahornthal.com Social media accounts: IG- the.therapist.who.moves.you Work with Monique http://www.thehealingtraumapodcast.com/ Thank you Chicago Dance Therapy for sponsoring this episode.

Dance movement therapist Erica joins me to discuss her new book, potential, body positivity, mental ill-health, instability, cancel culture, and some really practical tools. More of a chat than an interview, but a good one on the nature of our times. Website- www.ericahornthal.com Social media accounts: IG- the.therapist.who.moves.you Articles / book links - https://www.amazon.com/Body-Aware-Rediscover-Mind-Body-Connection-ebook/dp/B09LH42FSZ You may also like episodes : https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-embodiment-podcast/id1284562064?i=1000580039809 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-embodiment-podcast/id1284562064?i=1000565756504 Erica Hornthal, a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist, is the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Known as the “Therapist Who Moves You,” Erica has truly changed the way people see movement with regard to mental health; moving people toward unlimited potential, greater awareness, and purpose by tapping into their innate body wisdom. Erica is the author of Body Aware: Rediscover Your Mind-Body Connection, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Improve Your Mental Health through Simple Movement Practices.

“If you want to show up in this life, you've got to begin by showing up in your body,” writes Erica Hornthal in her new book Body Aware. Erica believes it's time to redefine what movement is and how it plays a role in our lives. As a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist, she helps people harness the power of movement and see that the way they might currently live in their body is not the only way. Awareness is the key to change and movement is the catalyst for awareness.   Guest Bio Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.   For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode196   Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com   Mentioned in this Episode Guest's book: Body Aware: Rediscover Your Mind-Body Connection, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Improve Your Mental Health with Simple Movement Practices. https://www.amazon.com/Body-Aware-Rediscover-Mind-Body-Connection/dp/1623176891   Guest's website: https://www.ericahornthal.com/   Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/

EP.185 - Body Aware with Erica Hornthal, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Board-Certified Dance and Movement Therapist, Author  Feel Good From Within with Yvette Le Blowitz - #SPAITGIRL Podcast Erica Hornthal, know as "The Therapist Who Moves You" is a board-certified dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. She is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and creator of the Dance Therapy Advocates Summit. As a licensed talk therapist, Erica knows that words only get us so far.  Whereas, if we're willing to tap into its power, the body can take us the rest of the way as we process emotions and strengthen our mental health. Erica is spearheading this movement by moving you.  Dance/Movement Therapy comes in, by providing the structure and space for people to truly listen to their bodies. This practice isn't about being a perfect dancer and it's not just a way to let loose and have fun.  It's learning that movement is life, our movements influence our thoughts, which influence our behaviour, which makes us who we are. Erica Hornthal is the Author of Body Aware, a step-by-step journey how a mindful movement practice can slow down thoughts to lessen anxiety and panic and impact how and what we feel. When we talk about movement, most of us think "exercise". But the way we move our bodies, how we walk, roll, dance, stretch, stretch, connect, and take up space - is about so much more than physical fitness. Our movements impact our mental and emotional health and when we change the way we move, we can change the way we live. Body Aware helps readers to learn and identify where they physically hold their emotions, understand and interpret their body's unique language, explore bodily sensations, identify emotional blockages and upgrade harmful thought cycles to patterns that instead foster resilience, emotional regulation, and productivity. With a chapter on disability and movement diversity, Hornthal's guide begins to move dance therapy to a move inclusive, non-prescriptive space, helping each of us discover the kind of movement that works best for us. Broken into three sections: "How You Move," "How Movement is a Catalyst for Change," and "Transforming Your Life Through Movement," Body Aware is a revelatory transformational practice and an easy-to-use introduction to the mind-body power of intentional movement. Yvette Le Blowitz Podcast Host talks with Erica Hornthal Author of  Body Aware to find out How we can Rediscover our Mind Body Connection and Improve our Mental Health with Simple Movement Practices. In Podcast Episode - EP.185 Erica Hornthal shares: - a little bit about herself - insights into her book - Body Aware - how to rediscover your Mind-Body Connection - what dance therapy is and how it can help us discover the kind of movement that works best for us - simple tips to improve your mental health - simple movement practices to stop you feeling stuck - how movement is so much more than physical fitness - learning to identify where we physically hold emotions - exploring bodily sensations in a safe way - why she included a chapter on disability and movement diversity - how the Body Aware foreword by Nicole Lepera, PhD came to fruition - her own self-care rituals Plus we talk about so much more........ 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ERICA HORNTHAL is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.  In this conversation, we explore embodiment from the perpective of those without words, those whose voices and expression are through their bodies.  Erica describes the inspiration for her book and the honor of supporting those older adults with dementia in their journey. 

Albert Einstein famously said “life is like a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.” Keeping physically active and moving is a key factor for overall wellness, and for healthy aging. Many studies have shown a strong association between a sedentary lifestyle and decreased longevity. Conversely, movement activities such as dance, specially partner dancing, have been associated with delaying cognitive  decline. Today I am talking with Erica Hornthal,  the Therapist Who Moves You”, about dance therapy and why it works. Erica is a licensed clinical professional counsellor, a board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counselling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with patients aged 3-107, and she is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.How we move our bodies—how we walk, roll, dance, stretch, connect, and occupy space, is about more than physical fitness. Our movement impacts our mental and emotional health. When we change the way we move, we can change the way we live.  Contact Erica to learn about Movement Therapy: https://www.facebook.com/EricaHornthal/ https://www.instagram.com/the.therapist.who.moves.you/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-hornthal-lcpc-bc-dmt-4a611735/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC89Qh8ZUo0o6iEzxuMzAyqA/featured Contact Dr. Gillian Lockitch to learn how you can live younger as you grow older: Order a copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably  Schedule a Discovery Call with Dr. Lockitch Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community 

"The Therapist Who Moves You,” Erica Hornthal, is a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance and movement therapist. She is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and creator of the Dancy Therapy Advocates Summit.  Erica specializes in working with older adults, families, and caregivers who are touched by dementia, movement, and cognitive disorders. She utilizes a somatic approach to engage her clients regardless of cognitive and physical ability. According to Erica, when we talk about movement, most of us think of "exercise." But the way we move our bodies, how we walk, roll, dance, stretch, connect, and take up space, is about so much more than physical fitness. Our movements impact our mental and emotional health, and when we change the way we move, we can change the way we live. I sat down with Erica recently to discuss her new book, Body Aware. Please subscribe today!  For more mindful content: https://amindfulmoment.com https://work2livewell.org Connect Socially: https://instagram.com/amindfulmomentpodcast https://bit.ly/mindfulmomentyoutube https://twitter.com/AMindful_Moment https://patreon.com/amindfulmoment  https://instagram.com/work2_live  https://facebook.com/work2live https://linkedin.com/company/work2live-well https://linkedin.com/in/teresamckee A Mindful Moment is written by Teresa McKee. The English version is hosted by Teresa McKee and the Spanish version is translated and hosted by Paola Theil. Post production and talent booking, Melissa Sims. Intro music, Retreat, by Jason Farnham. Outro music, Morning Stroll by Josh Kirsch, Media Right Productions. This podcast is produced by Work2Live Productions.  Thank you for tuning in! 

Today's guest is Erica Hornthal. Erica, a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist, is the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in dance/movement therapy and counseling, Erica has worked with thousands of patients from age 3 to 107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Erica has truly changed the way people see movement with regard to mental health: moving people toward unlimited potential, greater awareness, and purpose by tapping into their innate body wisdom. In addition to her passion for working with cognitive and movement disorders, neurologic conditions, anxiety, depression, and trauma, she is an advocate for the field of dance/movement therapy. Erica created the Dance Therapy Advocates Summit in 2020 in order to spread awareness and inspire and connect individuals and practitioners from all over the world. For more on Erica and this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast

Today's guest, Erica Hornthal, AKA The Therapist Who Moves You, is a board-certified dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. She's the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and creator of the Dance Therapy Advocates Summit. She talks about how her relationship to dance and movement evolved from her childhood experience (where her skill and execution triggered perfectionism) into her adulthood where dance and movement is now an embodiment practice. She helps her clients to get to the root of their emotions, process them, and become more attuned to themselves and their body's needs through movement. Erica talks about about how our minds can gaslight our bodies— how in society we are often conditioned to ignore our body's cues and seek to control our body instead of getting curious about what our bodily sensations mean and how what they have to tell us is not only at the core of healing, but also a vital experience in allowing ourselves to be fully human.

— When we take the time to connect to our bodies we can recognize the range left on our emotional gas tank and choose how far we can go with the emotional reserves we have. This isn't to say that you will never react, but the time you spend reacting and the recovery time thereafter will lessen. Additionally based on your range you can choose how and when to engage in situations. You wouldn't drive 100 miles if you only had less than a gallon of gas left in the tank, so why overextend yourself by taking on more than your emotional range can handle? This is the power of becoming body aware, taking charge of your emotional health by embracing the body that influences it. Movement alone does not guarantee positive mental health. Otherwise, professional athletes, artists, and performers would be the gold standard when it comes to mental health and we know that is not always the case. While strength corresponds to mind and body, without the frequent dialogue between them, and the ability to check-in with the load on both, the mind can be quick to override the body's needs. We can push through, overexert, and burn out. This book is a guide to living your best life. Not by adopting a positive outlook, but by adopting a way to move through everything life throws at you and understanding how the way you move during challenging times is just as if not more important than the way you move when things feel easy. Valeria Teles interviews Erica Hornthal  — the author of “ Body Aware: Rediscover Your Mind-Body Connection, Stop Feeling Stuck, and Improve Your Mental Health with Simple Movement Practices  ”  Erica Hornthal, a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist, is currently the CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy-the premiere dance/movement therapy practice in the Midwest. In her 10+ years as a dance/movement therapist, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107! Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Erica has truly changed the way people see movement with regard to mental health.  Erica's area of expertise has caught the attention of multiple publications such as The Epoch Times, Dance Magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, and PARADE. As an expert on the intersection of movement and mental health, she has appeared in hundreds of publications, podcasts, live newscasts, and radio spots.Erica is dedicated to bringing awareness to the field of dance/movement therapy to mainstream culture.  Her first book, Body Aware, will be published in August 2022. She is eager to provide knowledge on why and how the body should be addressed in the therapeutic relationship; making the information digestible and accessible to anyone seeking to improve mental health. Thank you for listening!To learn more about Erica Hornthal and her work, please visit EricaHorntal.com Pre-order “Body Aware” at: North Atlantic Books — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.  

Welcome back, friends! It's Mental Health Awareness Month and today we're shedding light on dance/movement therapy. We had the pleasure to interview Erica Hornthal, CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, the premiere dance/movement therapy practice in the Midwest. She has 10+ years as a board-certified dance/movement therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Erica has truly changed the way people see movement with regard to mental health. She has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107 and is passionate about bringing awareness to the field of dance/movement therapy to mainstream culture. What we discuss Debunking dance/movement therapy and how it differs from other types of therapy, specifically talk therapy; The mind-body connection vs. mind-body communication; Being mindful of our relationship to exercise relative to our varying nervous system states; Learning how to "invite the body in" — into the conversation with ourselves, into the self-reflective/awareness space; How the need for our bodies to be "comfortable", "familiar", "safe" can actually keep us in unhealthy patterns, because we are unwilling to withstand discomfort in service of improving our well-being; Moving our bodies is the bottom-up approach we need to address imbalances with our mental & emotional health; Finally, Erica leads us through a few movement practices you can implement right away to tap into your mind-body connection and shift your energetic state! Evolna resources Evolna's digital movement studio is live! https://evolna.uscreen.io/join (Try our 14-day free trial) + 20% off any subscription (code EVOLNA20); https://www.evolna.com/ (Evolna's website) to learn more Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/evolna_/ (IG @evolna_) Our host's https://www.instagram.com/mariejanicek/ (IG @mariejanicek) In this episode Book: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 (The Body Keeps The Score), by Bessel Van der Kolk https://mariecpercy.com/movement-analysis/dimensional-scale/#:~:text=Highlights%20from%20Laban's%20theory%20on%20the%20Dimensional%20Scale%3A&text=There%20are%20three%20dimensions%3A%20Vertical,of%20Axes%20within%20the%20Octahedron. (Rudolf Laban's Dimensional Scale) Get in touch with Erica https://www.instagram.com/the.therapist.who.moves.you/ (IG @the.therapist.who.moves.you) https://www.instagram.com/dancetherapysummit/ (IG @dancetherapysummit) https://www.facebook.com/EricaHornthal (Facebook: EricaHornthal) Thank you for tuning in! Please leave a review and share with those you think would enjoy listening :)

This week on 5.6.7.EIGHT, Aleksandra speaks with Erica Hornthal, a therapist that makes lasting changes in clients by harnessing the power of the body for improved mental health. Erica — otherwise known as “the therapist who moves you” — is the Founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy. Her methods, which can be labeled as dance or movement therapy, are for those that are struggling with mental health, have exhausted talk therapy options, or are seeking a holistic approach to emotional well-being.  To Erica, the key to unlocking a healthy mental and emotional state is by being fully in tune with your body, and every day, she works with clients to achieve that goal. On the podcast, Hornthal deep dives on movement therapy — what it is, why it is important in 2020, and how it can be achieved to better one’s life — as well as the excitement and challenges of starting your own business and many other topics.   Moving Quotes: “In the end, it’s about how we connect to our bodies. And when we connect to our bodies and we’re aware of how we move, we’re able to manage our emotions better and have better mental health." “Movement therapy creates change through body movement and through connection… It’s not only about the fun activity. We’re trying to achieve goals." “Dance as a form of exercise has always proven to be one of the most comprehensive forms of exercise. It stimulates every part of us." “For someone to gain the tools to see their body as their greatest resource and avenue for untapped potential is very empowering. That keeps people coming back." “I tend to act and then the fear comes up. The fear doesn’t stop me from doing things; it just comes up after the fact.” “When building my business, a lot of people told me, ’That’s not going to work,’ or asked me, ‘Why are you doing that?’ But I just kept using my own body as a reference. If it was ethical and authentic to me, then I kept going." “I’m big into not settling the status quo… If I did a more traditional route, I know I wouldn’t be satisfied. I’d always be asking, ‘What if?’ I would have had regrets." “I try not to get too caught up in where I see myself because, if that doesn’t happen, I don’t want it to deter me from going forward. But I also have hopes and dreams."   Bullet Points (w/ timestamps) - Highlighting key topics discussed: 2:07: Erica defines “movement therapy” and how the discipline improves others’ lives. 5:19: Erica retells her unique experience working with a prior patient who was 107 years old. 8:19: Hornthal discusses how movement therapy has manifested itself during the COVID-19 crisis. 11:01: Erica describes her career journey and the choices that she made along the way to get her to where she is today. 17:07: Hornthal shares some advice for entrepreneurs who may be looking to start their own businesses but with limited resources. 22:59: Erica, who is well known as being an expert in her field, explains what she believes is her “secret sauce” that draws people in and keeps them coming back. 25:14: Erica discloses her favorite thing about her job as a movement therapist.  29:18: Hornthal sets expectations for any future clients who may be interested in movement therapy but may not have a background in dance. 35:59: Hornthal discusses the book that she’s currently working on and the difficulties that she’s experienced thus far working with publishers. 38:48: Erica looks to the future and discusses her hopes and dreams for Chicago Dance Therapy.   Bullet List of Resources –  Erica Hornthal Personal Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn   Chicago Dance Therapy   Company Website Facebook

On episode 56, Kyle is joined by Erica Hornthal, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Erica is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, a group practice founded in 2011.Erica explains how dance/movement therapy can be used in conjunction with traditional talk therapy to further deepen the client experience. She explains that each person has a movement profile or signature that is unique to the individual.

Erica is a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist.  It is Erica’s compassionate nature and gentle person-centered approach to therapy that allow her clients to feel supported and validated; mind, body, and soul.  Erica is the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, a group practice founded in 2011.  As an expert on the intersection of movement and mental health, Erica has appeared in publications, podcasts, live news, and radio including WGN, NBC, The Chicago Sun Times, The Chicago Tribune, Buzzfeed, Bustle, NBC News Better, Reader’s Digest, Prevention and as a columnist for Dance Informa Magazine, 30 Seconds, and Thrive Global. Find her at www.ericahornthal.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/didyoumovetodayco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/didyoumovetodayco/support

“When you create change in your body, you create change in your mind. Your perspective changes.” ~Erica Hornthal, Chicago Dance Therapy Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist based in Chicago. Erica is the CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and in addition to private practice, she is dedicated to advocating and educating on the use of movement for mental health. Unsatisfied with her limited post-graduate options of either performer or dance studio owner, Erica forged her career in the space where her twin passions of movement and therapy met. Dance had long been Erica’s mode of expression; movement allowed her to navigate the challenges she faced in her own life. At college, psychology fascinated her so the prospect of helping others physically move through their difficult situations and experiences was a natural fit. In Erica’s practice, movement is the catalyst for change; her tool is the body itself. Even the tiniest alteration to the way a client uses their body improves their resilience and reinforces the possibility that change is possible -- from a deep cellular level outward. But the techniques used in dance and movement therapy are often misunderstood.Erica joins Sarah to dispels some common misconceptions surrounding dance therapy and, of course, they examine what it means to be a wounded healer, discussing how that empathy informs Erica’s therapeutic modality.   #healer #healing #woundedhealer #therapy #therapist #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #dancetherapy #dancetherapist #somatictherapy #dancemovementtherapy   Let’s be friends! You can find me in the following places... Website: www.headhearttherapy.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WoundedHealr/ https://www.facebook.com/HeadHeartTherapy/ Instagram:  @headhearttherapy Twitter: @WoundedHealr @HeadHeart_Chi

Dance therapist Erica Hornthal discusses her journey to becoming a dance therapist and shares her passions working within mental health and those with cognitive deficits. We talk about the nuances of creative arts therapy advocacy and creative therapies within a variety of settings. We dig into the ins and outs of advocating for our work when agencies or other companies may not see its worth, and learning to let go in those times as there is always another advocacy opportunity down the road that will value the creative arts therapy field. Erica loves connecting and has an amazing youtube channel called "Dance Therapy Dialogues" where she talks to other dance and movement therapists, furthering her passion for connecting other in the field.Erica Hornthal, a clinical counselor and board-certified dance therapist, is the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Erica specializes in movement and cognitive disorders and has a passion for educating people on the power of movement in mental health.Find Erica on instagram! ericahornthal, chicagodancetherapyChicago Dance Therapy WebsiteFacebook: Erica HornthalWebsites: www.ericahornthal.com, www.chicagodancetherapy.comJoin the Creative Therapy Umbrella Hub on Facebook!

Dance therapist Erica Hornthal discusses her journey to becoming a dance therapist and shares her passions working within mental health and those with cognitive deficits. We talk about the nuances of creative arts therapy advocacy and creative therapies within a variety of settings. We dig into the ins and outs of advocating for our work when agencies or other companies may not see its worth and learning to let go in those times as there is always another advocacy opportunity down the road that will value the creative arts therapy field. Erica loves connecting and has an amazing youtube channel called "Dance Therapy Dialogues" where she talks to other dance and movement therapists, furthering her passion for connecting others in the field. Erica Hornthal, a clinical counselor and board-certified dance therapist, is the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy.  Erica specializes in movement and cognitive disorders and has a passion for educating people on the power of movement in mental health. Find Erica on Instagram! ericahornthal, chicagodancetherapy Chicago Dance Therapy Website Facebook: Erica Hornthal Websites: www.ericahornthal.com, www.chicagodancetherapy.com Follow us on Instagram! Looking for more creative content? Sign up for our newsletter and get a free creativity guide! Join the Creative Therapy Umbrella Hub Facebook group to further discuss, collaborate, and create with your fellow creative arts therapy community! Have feedback? Fill out our anonymous survey to let us know your thoughts, concerns, questions, suggestions, and feedback. For us to serve you better, we need to hear YOUR voice!

Erica Hornthal, founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy in Northfield, joins the conversation to share how dance & movement can be utilized as a great tool in therapy and using movement to understand how we feel. And you DO NOT need to be a good dancer. Erica is a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and has taken on the title of “The Therapist that Moves You”. Her areas of expertise include cognitive & movement disorders, neurologic conditions, anxiety & depression, PTSD, trauma including rape & sexual assault, loss and phase of life issues. Learn more about her services and practice at http://www.ericahornthal.com.

Erica believes, “Just because someone cannot speak, doesn’t mean you do not have anything to say.” Erica founded Chicago Dance Therapy and is quite talented at what she does. If have reached a plateau in traditional talk therapy and are looking to deepen your growth; if your emotional and behavioral health is perpetuated by a lack of body awareness, or if you or your loved do not have access to verbal communication due to a cognitive or neurological condition, traumatic brain injury, intellectual or development difference, then it’s time to visit Chicago Dance Therapy. To learn more about Erica and the great work she does, click here.

Besides medication, people with Parkinson’s disease can benefit from many other forms of therapy, including physical, occupational, speech, music and art therapy. One form of therapy they may not be as aware of is dance/movement therapy (DMT). It is provided by certified dance/movement therapists and may be covered by insurance. DMT is based on the idea that changes in the body affect changes in the mind and vice versa. Evidence supports the assertion that the mind, body, and spirit function together and are inseparable. In this episode, Erica Hornthal, a dance therapist and president of Chicago Dance Therapy in Illinois, describes what DMT is, the training of DMT therapists, what goes on during a therapy session, and how people can find a therapist or program.

On this episode of SparkCast, your Spark-Casters Tami Neumann and Chris MacLellan put Erica Hornthal from the Chicago Dance Therapy in the SparkCast Lime-Light. Dance/Movement Therapy is an alternative to traditional talk therapy and is facilitated by a licensed/dance therapist. Join us for this fascinating conversation about Dance Therapy as we put Erica Hornthal in the SparkCast Lime-Light!

On this episode of SparkCast, your Spark-Casters Tami Neumann and Chris MacLellan put Erica Hornthal from the Chicago Dance Therapy in the SparkCast Lime-Light. Dance/Movement Therapy is an alternative to traditional talk therapy and is facilitated by a licensed/dance therapist. Join us for this fascinating conversation about Dance Therapy as we put Erica Hornthal in the SparkCast Lime-Light!

Join host Allison Elkow Lazicky as she talks to Erica Hornthal, the Founder and President of Chicago Dance Therapy about the effects of dance and movement on seniors with dementia and movement disorders. Erica shares real-life stories from working with this population and how the small breakthroughs during their sessions make a big difference to the patients and their families. Prepare to be amazed at Erica's passion for what she does in this heartwarming podcast.

Join host Allison Elkow Lazicky as she talks to Erica Hornthal, the Founder and President of Chicago Dance Therapy about the effects of dance and movement on seniors with dementia and movement disorders. Erica shares real-life stories from working with this population and how the small breakthroughs during their sessions make a big difference to the patients and their families. Prepare to be amazed at Erica's passion for what she does in this heartwarming podcast.

Join host Allison Elkow Lazicky as she talks to Erica Hornthal, the Founder and President of Chicago Dance Therapy about the effects of dance and movement on seniors with dementia and movement disorders. Erica shares real-life stories from working with this population and how the small breakthroughs during their sessions make a big difference to the patients and their families. Prepare to be amazed at Erica's passion for what she does in this heartwarming podcast.

Part 1 of the mind/body marketing mini-series: Erica Hornthal, LCPC, BC-DMT shares her experiences and insights about transitioning from public service to private practice. Although Erica’s practice is specific to dance/movement therapy, her tips are helpful for any prospective entrepreneurs in creative, unique, and/or commonly misunderstood fields. Visit www.mindyourbodydmt.com Erica Hornthal is a clinical counselor […]

Erica Hornthal is a leader in the world of Dance Movement Therapy and in this interview you'll learn a great deal about the field and how the practice helps a wide variety of people ranging from young kids to the elderly.

Erica Hornthal is a licensed clinical counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist. Her practice, Chicago Dance Therapy, helps people change their lives and advance healing of the Body, Mind and Spirit.

Today on the podcast I'm very excited to have Erica Hornthal!Erica is a licensed professional clinical counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist and the founder and president of Chicago Dance Therapy, Inc., a psychotherapy practice founded in 2011.A huge thank-you to my sponsors:This episode is sponsored by: PESI.Clinicians have advanced their practice and improved client outcomes with education from PESI’s live and online CE seminars for over 40 years.Click here to download effective and practical, printable FREE tools for use with your clients today! http://bit.ly/2UtyDmtThis episode is also sponsored by CPTSD Foundation.CPTSD Foundation has been successfully equipping complex trauma survivors and practitioners with compassionate support, skills, and trauma-informed education since 2014.Check out CPTSD Foundation right here: https://cptsdfoundation.org/---Erica received her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago and her BS in psychology from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana.While Erica has worked primarily with individuals who are diagnosed with dementia and movement disorders, she also sees many individuals who are looking for a more holistic approach to dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, and grief.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-trauma-therapist-podcast-with-guy-macpherson-phd-inspiring-interviews-with-thought-leaders-in-the-field-of-trauma/donationsWant to advertise on this podcast? Go to https://redcircle.com/brands and sign up.