73: Improving Lives through Movement Therapy — Erica Hornthal

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This week on 5.6.7.EIGHT, Aleksandra speaks with Erica Hornthal, </span><span style= "font-weight: 400;">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</span> <a href= "http://northshoredancetherapy.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Chicago Dance Therapy</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">. 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. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Moving Quotes:</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“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."</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Movement therapy creates change through body movement and through connection… It’s not only about the fun activity. We’re trying to achieve goals."</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“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."</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“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."</span></p>