Therapy Services
Are provided by accredited professionals who have completed an approved therapy programTherapy Services department supports our Artists by providing a therapeutic relationship for growth. Using a holistic approach, we work in conjunction with each department at HOPE.
Dance/Movement Therapy
Is the psychotherapeutic use of movement to further the emotional, cognitive, physical, and social integration of the individual (ADTA, 2017).
Interventions include:
Body Action which focus on Body Awareness
Kinesthetic Empathy in Observing Movement which focus on Cognetive skills
Rhythmic Activities which focus on Emotional Awareness & Expression
Symbolism which focus on Mind / Body Connection.
Theme Development in Movements which focus on Mind / Verbal & Non-verbal Communication
Music Therapy
Uses evidences-based music interventions to achieve individual/group goals. Sessions are structured and adapted to create an environment for growth.
Interventions include:
Listening to Music which focus on Academic/Cognitive Functioning
Movement / Relaxation to Music which focus on Social Skills
Playing / Improvising with Instruments which focus on Emotional Awareness & Expression
Singing / Vocalization focus on Fine/ Gross motor skills
Song Lyric Analysis which focus on Sensorimotor Skills
Song writting / Music Composition which focus on Verbal & Non verbal Communication.
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Through the arts, we transform the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. Support our MissionBecome a HOPE ArtistHope Center for the Arts
295 E Yale Loop, Irvine, CA 92604
info@hope4arts.org
714- 778 – 4440
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