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Welcome to Rejoice In Motion!
Founded by Manasi Anand, Rejoice In Motion is a unique Health & Wellness initiative specializing in Dance Movement Therapy.

About Dance Movement Therapy
Originating in the 1940s through the pioneering work of Marian Chace, Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) is now a widely recognized form of psychotherapy practiced by vibrant professionals around the world. It offers body-based tools and techniques to enhance mental and emotional well-being, making it an effective method for managing daily stress, overcoming specific issues, and addressing traumas.

What Makes Dance Movement Therapy Unique?

  • Focus on Movement Behavior: In DMT, we explore how your movement behaviors emerge in the therapeutic relationship. We consider expressive, communicative, and adaptive behaviors for both group and individual sessions.
  • Body Movement as a Core Component: Movement is key in DMT, serving both as a means of assessment and as a mode of intervention.
  • Diverse Applications: DMT is practiced in various settings, including mental health, rehabilitation, medical, educational and more. It’s used in nursing & old-age homes, daycare centers, disease prevention programs, health promotion, and private practice.
  • Inclusive for All: DMT is effective for individuals with developmental, medical, social, physical, and psychological challenges and is used with people of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds in individual, couples, family, and group therapy formats.

My Approach
With a background in Physiotherapy and expertise in Dance Movement Therapy, I provide a distinctive experience tailored to each participant’s needs. At Rejoice In Motion, I believe in the power of movement to heal and promote good health.

Offerings
I offer Dance Movement Therapy workshops, sessions, and consultations for all ages and abilities, without any physical or mental prerequisites. My holistic approach considers emotional, physical, and mental aspects, ensuring that each workshop or session is designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of the participants.

I offer group sessions/workshops for general population as well as for specific population like the differently-abled, seniors, etc. as well as for institutions and organizations. Both in-person as well as online.

I also offer 1:1 sessions for those seeking deeper meaning and needing to connect with me individually to understand themselves and connect with themselves through dance & movement.

Benefits of the Sessions

  • Stress Relief
  • Enhanced Creativity
  • Increased Confidence
  • Improved Flexibility
  • Better Body-Mind Coordination
  • Freedom of Expression

& so much more!

I have developed over 25 unique dance and movement sequences, such as the ‘Stress-Relief’ sequence, ‘Body Awareness’ sequence, ‘Moving Out of the Comfort Zone’ sequence, and the ‘Inner-Transformation/Phoenix’ sequence and several more; each aimed at bringing out the best in our participants and having specific benefits and enhancing mental and emotional well-being through movement and dance.

Recognition and Partnerships
My work has been recognized by the Centre Of Excellence (UK), where I was honored as a Runner-Up for the Outstanding Therapist Award. I have collaborated with esteemed organizations, including the National University of Singapore, Changi General Hospital, and the Ministry Of Education Singapore. I have also served as a panelist at the 4th Mental Health Film Festival Singapore.

Join Us
Join us and discover the joy of Rejoicing In Motion! Those interested in attending sessions and workshops as well as collaborating or working with me in some way, feel free to reach out to me! At Rejoice In Motion, we don’t just move; we celebrate movement as a path to healing and self-transformation.