Dr. Anna Baranowsky
Dr. Anna Baranowsky
Use Movement to Heal Trauma
Use Movement to Heal Trauma
Use Movement to Heal Trauma
Thursday 7th August 2025
Discover how expressive movement can heal trauma with Toni Bergins, creator of JourneyDance, and learn about integrative approaches to emotional wellness.
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Author:
Dr. Anna Baranowsky
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Expressive movement can transform trauma into healing.
- JourneyDance fosters community and personal growth.
- Integrative approaches cater to unique healing paths.
- Embodying emotions is key to overcoming struggles.
- Movement provides a platform for storytelling and connection.
Move into a new story, which is very similar to what you said earlier.
In this enlightening episode of the Bear Psychology Radio Show, host Dr. Anna Baranowski welcomes Toni Bergins, the creator of JourneyDance, to explore the transformative power of expressive movement in healing trauma. Toni Bergins, a pioneer in the field of embodied healing, introduces listeners to her innovative practice that encourages individuals to move through their emotional and psychological blocks using dance, ritual, and music. Dr.
Baranowski highlights the importance of feeling heard and understood in the healing process, suggesting that integrating different approaches can address the unique needs of individuals. Toni Bergins shares her philosophy of 'move into a new story,' emphasizing the significance of witnessing and holding space for each other’s emotional and social healing through movement.
JourneyDance is presented as more than just a physical exercise; it is a holistic approach that combines expressive movement with community support, allowing individuals to release historical struggles and traumas. Toni explains how dancing in community can elevate healing to a morphogenic level, where individuals collectively share and express their stories without verbal communication, creating an atmosphere of mutual understanding and support.
As Toni elaborates on the contents of her book, 'Embody: Feel, Heal, and Transform Your Life Through Movement,' she provides insights into how playlists, guided imagery, and journaling can enhance the healing process. She discusses the importance of integrating these practices into daily life, encouraging listeners to explore their own emotional landscapes through movement.
The episode concludes with Toni inviting listeners to learn more about JourneyDance through her website, where they can find resources, facilitators, and opportunities to engage with this transformative work. Dr. Baranowski and Toni Bergins share a warm exchange, reflecting on the power of authentic conversation and the shared goal of facilitating emotional well-being through innovative practices.