Grow In Motion Dance and Wellness

Gabrielle’s love of movement from a very young age has fostered a practice grounded in Dance/Movement therapy over the last 24 years. Coupling body-centered practices with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Internal Family Systems and mindfulness, Gabrielle attends to the wholeness of each individual in creative ways. Seeking to assist every body in restoring connection within themselves and with others is her ultimate goal. Gabrielle has vast experience as a performer, educator of self-care, and clinician in various settings including In-patient psychiatric care, Community mental health, Corrections, and private practice. She finds joy in being witness to others discovering self-compassion and acceptance. She has a strong belief in the power of the body as healer and wishes to inspire others to employ their innate resources throughout their life’s journey. Gabrielle’s theoretical framework is strongly Jungian with an emphasis on expanding one’s empathy of the self as one becomes more familiar with wounded parts. Gabrielle’s work is also informed by recent trauma research and the impact of trauma on neurological functioning. Coupling the imaginal realm with concrete science, Gabrielle’s approach is brain balanced and holistic in nature. Gabrielle has extensive experience addressing PTSD, vicarious trauma, mood/dissociative disorders, sexually reactive youth, and grief in all ages across the life span.