Movement Speaks

Sometimes the body expresses what words cannot.

Every person has a unique way of communicating, feeling, and expressing themselves. Sometimes it emerges through a small movement, a glance, a sound, a gesture, or a repeated rhythm.

In dance/movement therapy, we learn to listen to this language, meet each person where they are, and create a safe and supportive space for connection, emotional expression, and personal growth.

I offer individual therapy and group workshops for children, adolescents, and adults with special needs and disabilities, adapting each process to their individual abilities, needs, and pace.

My Approach – Connecting Through the Body

I believe that meaningful connection begins with listening.

We don’t always need to ask someone to change or adapt to the world around them. Sometimes, by entering their world, following their movements, and joining their rhythm, we open the door to a new kind of encounter.

My work integrates dance/movement therapy with elements of dance, theatre, music, play, and creative expression.

Through movement, sensory experiences, and human connection, we explore emotions, develop ways of communicating and expressing ourselves, support emotional regulation, and nurture a sense of confidence, belonging, and self-worth.

At the heart of my approach is respect for each person’s individuality and their unique experience of the world.

Individual Dance/Movement Therapy

A therapeutic space that sees the person beyond the diagnosis.

Every therapeutic process begins with getting to know the individual – their needs, abilities, interests, challenges, and personal ways of communicating.

Sessions may include movement, play, music, props, and other creative tools, depending on the person’s needs and therapeutic goals.

Our work may focus on:

• Emotional expression and communication, including nonverbal communication.
• Exploring emotional and sensory regulation.
• Strengthening confidence and a sense of personal capability.
• Developing connection, trust, and initiative in relationships.
• Navigating frustration, anxiety, and transitions.
• Reconnecting with the body through movement, creativity, and enjoyment.

The therapeutic process may involve collaboration with parents, family members, caregivers, or professional support teams, according to the individual’s age, needs, and consent.

Creative Movement Workshops and Groups

Discovering ourselves and connecting with others through movement, play, and creativity.

These experiential group workshops combine movement and dance, music, theatre, play, and creative expression.

Through movement and shared experiences, participants explore communication, cooperation, self-expression, initiative, and collective creativity.

Each workshop is designed to accommodate a range of abilities and needs, allowing participants to engage in ways that feel accessible and meaningful to them.

Who Are the Workshops For?

Special education schools, nonprofit organizations, day centers, supported living communities, social groups, and organizations working with people with disabilities and special needs.

Workshops can be offered as a single session, a series of meetings, or an ongoing program, tailored to the group’s goals and setting.

Who Is Therapy For?

Children, adolescents, and adults with a range of developmental, communication, and emotional needs, including:

• Autistic individuals (ASD).
• People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
• Individuals with genetic conditions, including Down syndrome, Rett syndrome, and Prader-Willi syndrome.
• People experiencing communication difficulties or limited verbal expression.
• Individuals navigating emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, or challenging behaviors.
• People for whom movement, music, and sensory experiences provide meaningful pathways to communication and connection.

About Me – Tal Cohen

Dance/Movement Therapist (M.A.), Dance-Theatre Artist, Actress, and Group Facilitator

I have been working with children, adolescents, and adults with special needs and disabilities since 2000, bringing together therapeutic experience, artistic practice, and extensive knowledge of educational, therapeutic, and community settings.

Over the years, I have supported hundreds of individuals and families, facilitated groups, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across a wide range of organizations.

My professional experience includes AKIM branches in Herzliya, Petah Tikva, and Tel Aviv, Wingate, Ashalim, and special education schools in the Sharon region of Israel.

My background as both a performing artist and a dance/movement therapist allows me to bring emotional sensitivity, creative thinking, embodied awareness, and an individualized approach to every encounter.

I believe everyone has a voice. Sometimes we simply need to discover how they wish to be heard.

How Do We Begin?

1. Initial Consultation
   We begin with a conversation to understand the individual, their environment, needs, and expectations.
2. Introductory Sessions and Assessment
   We explore movement, communication, expression, and connection to identify meaningful goals.
3. Developing a Personalized Plan
   Together, we establish an individual therapeutic process or group program based on specific needs and objectives.
4. Ongoing Sessions
   Through movement, play, creativity, and human connection, the process unfolds with attention to each person’s responses and experiences.
5. Family and Professional Collaboration
   When appropriate and with consent, I collaborate with family members, caregivers, educators, and other professionals to support continuity and shared understanding.
6. Ongoing Reflection and Adaptation
   We regularly reflect on the process, review progress in relation to the agreed goals, and make adjustments as needed.

Let’s Connect Through Movement

Whether you are looking for individual therapy, a creative group workshop, or a tailored program for your organization, I would be happy to connect, listen, and explore the possibilities together.