Expressive arts therapies can tap into bodily expressions of trauma from "summary" of Body Remembers Casebook by Babette Rothschild
Expressive arts therapies, such as dance, drama, music, and visual arts, offer unique pathways for individuals to access and process traumatic experiences stored in the body. Through the utilization of creative mediums, individuals are able to tap into bodily expressions of trauma that may be difficult to access through verbal communication alone. This approach acknowledges that trauma is not only stored in the mind but also in the body, and therefore requires a holistic treatment approach. By engaging in expressive arts therapies, individuals can explore and release pent-up emotions and sensations that are often held in the body as a result of trauma. For example, through dance therapy, individuals may physically express feelings of fear, anger, or sadness that have been suppressed or ignored. Similarly, through music therapy, individuals may find healing through the vibrations and rhythms that resonate with their internal expe...
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