We utilize innovative approaches, including dance/movement and visual art, to help individuals and groups gain insight. One approach is called Authentic Movement. It is a structured form of movement that involves two roles:
Mover:
The mover simply notices and follows whatever impulses arise in his or her body to move or be still.
Witness:
At the same time, the witness, sitting on the periphery of the space, watches the mover with careful, compassionate and precise attention.
Authentic Movement is a safe and simple way to explore possibilities and learn about how we experience issues/dilemmas. As facilitator and coach, we customize sessions for individuals and groups, incorporating organization development theories, such as Appreciative Inquiry, Theory U, and Polarity Management.
Consultant as Witness Series
A series called “Presence and Attention at Work” uses a variety of movement modalities and the role of “witness” to practice an approach to listening and paying attention. The goal: to enhance our impact as a leader, coach, consultant, social worker, nurse, therapist. Participants will:
- Learn to be present and undistracted in the moment.
- Learn to center themselves in situations with difficult clients or employees.
- Recognize how the witness stance increases opportunities to build trust and connect with clients and employees at a deeper level
- Become more aware of their own judgments and projections.
- Refine their ability to communicate with compassion and clarity.
- Expand their capacity to tune into the diverse needs of their clients and employees.