Neuromotion Dance Movement Psychotherapy

25/10/2025

This is upsetting news. I am studying for my PhD at the University of Derby, and removing the course does not feel supportive of my journey.

As a deaf student, London was too far to travel from the Midlands, too stressful and inaccessible to me, not to mention inconvenient and costly.

Without the course at Derby, I would not be doing the important work that I am doing now. Losing this course would be very short-sighted of the university when Creativity in health is gaining traction.

The course also serves the community of Derby and Derbyshire; many placements have benefited from DMP students in training, as have many individuals. For many smaller organisations, training courses like this are crucial to their survival.

Community mental health and well-being should be supported by the University.

If you have benefited from DMP as a placement or individual, please add your voice and contact the University and let them know.

24/10/2025

Something exciting is starting up at the ADMP East Midlands Hub.

23/10/2025

Warm Space for Wellbeing, Neurodiversity & Inclusion
Welcome to a safe, welcoming environment designed for everyone—especially those who are neurodivergent or seeking a sense of belonging. Our space is open to all, offering warmth, comfort, and community.
What We Offer:
• Comfortable, sensory-friendly areas for relaxation and socializing
• Nutritious food and hot drinks available .
• Peer support and friendly conversation in a judgment-free zone
• Advice and signposting for wellbeing, mental health, and local services
• Workshops and activities tailored for neurodiverse needs
• Quiet zones for those who need a calm retreat
Everyone is welcome—come as you are children welcome too.

14/10/2025

I have space for supervisees and students seeking therapy while they are training based in Derby city.

I also support people who are affected by brain injury. ABI and stroke survivors, family members or joint sessions. Any age group, from children and young people to elderly.

No dance knowledge is needed, just a willingness to be curious and explore your lived expereince through your body. What do you feel? What does this mean to you?

DMP is particularly helpful with non-verbal communication or when words cannot express experience, enough.

Sessions are accessible and inclusive, wheelchair users, mobility device users are also welcome.

Organisational and self- referrals taken.

Private message me here or email
Neuromotiondmp@gmail.com

29/06/2025

I have started a new blog that explores my lived experience of growing up deaf in a hearing world.

I was born deaf.

26/06/2025

Here is my latest blog

I was born deaf.

15/05/2025

Relational work is what we do as Dance Movement Therapists.

But what does relational mean?

This Mental Health Awareness Week focuses on community. What is community? How do we connect with community?

For me, I connect through dance. I joined dance groups with similar interests to mine. I get to meet people through movement, but I don't always have to speak; I just have presence and move together.

20/03/2025

Hope:- What is the role of hope in psychotherapy?

In my reflections today, I am curious about hope, what it is, why it is, how it is and where it is?

Does it make a difference to therapy outcomes?

Who holds hope, the therapist or the person seeking support?

What is the intersubjectivity of hope?

In brain injury, I often feel hope in the relationships between therapist and therapee. Hope in families hope in brain injury communities.

What is hope?

"Hope is the dream of a waking man." - Aristotle

"To live without hope is to cease to live." - Fyodor Dostoevsky

"Where there's hope, there's life." - Anne Frank

"At the end of the day, we must go forward with hope and not backward by fear and division." - Jesse Jackson

"Let your hopes, not your hurts, shape your future."
- Robert H. Schuller

"Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." - Desmond Tutu

There are many more famous 'hope' quotes. Which ones resonate with you?

Hope exists in all walks of life, how is adversity overcome? Does hope allow change?

23/01/2025

Slowing down...wintering. January often leaves me pondering the cycle of nature, our human connection with nature, and the juxtaposition of busyness in human activity whilst much of nature is wintering. Humans are busy doing, always on the go, doing, working, rushing around to this activity and the next. The days are short, and our circadian rhythm tells us to sleep, yet artificial light enables us to override these signals. We struggle to rest and find permission to slow down. Do we feel judged if we are not seen to be actively doing? How do we navigate the balance we need to support ourselves through the winter months when our energy levels are naturally low, less warmth and sunlight contribute to this.
When watching what nature is doing, I notice that many creatures are hibernating, many do the minimal to survive through the winter, and plants are resting beneath the soil. When it is warm, when the days are longer, they will be ready to emerge and gently ease themselves into being. What can we learn from nature's cycles? How can we offer ourselves permission to winter, slow down and rest?
How do we allow ourselves to tune into our body's needs and really listen to what it has to say?

05/01/2025

This is always a delightful and inspiring evening.

It's just over 2 months to go until our 'An evening in Hollywood' Ball!!!!

We have around 45 tickets left, and would love for as many of you as possible to be there and celebrate all things Headway Derby!

Please get in touch to purchase tickets or tables 😄

05/01/2025

We are hiring for a new role, Group Services Lead!

If you are interested in applying, please scan the QR code, or for more information about the role please contact charli.ashcroft@headwayderby.org.

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04/01/2025

I've been quietly busy, working with ID Derby CIC and studying over Christmas and New Year.

I am looking forward to what 2025 will bring, despite the challenges that I am already experiencing with studying for a PhD and keeping a work-life balance.

I look forward to meeting new people accessing therapy with me who have been affected by brain injury.

I can work with children and young people as well as adults.

I can come to you in the Derby/Derbyshire region or meet you online from anywhere across the UK.

I offer low-cost affordable therapy with a free consultation to discuss your needs and to learn if we will be a good fit for each other.

Do get in touch to discuss your needs further.

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