There are a growing number of DMTs working from clinic-to-community across the spectrum of military healthcare. A group of DMTs working in Department of Defense and Veteran’s Affairs medical centers will provide an experiential workshop to demonstrate how both clinical care and arts in health opportunities are provided to active-duty service members and veterans, as well as their family members and caregivers, to promote healing across the lifespan. The military is a diverse population that represents a microcosm of the U.S., and these presenters will discuss how dance plays a powerful role in connecting individuals through kinesthetic empathy and social reciprocity.

Liz K. Freeman, MA, BC-DMT

Kristine Chieko Lilia Keliiliki, MA, R-DMT

Brittni Cleland, brittni.cleland@va.gov

Valeria Gomez Guzman, LCAT, R-DMT

Brianna Martin, BC-DMT

Sarah Moore, MA, R-DMT, RYT 200