In my experience as a dancer and the mother of someone on the spectrum, I believe the strength of movement therapy and/or dance  lies in three areas: the ability to bridge the challenges of spoken language that some individuals with autism experience; the possibilities for creating body and spatial awareness for those who have non-verbal processing difficulties; and, perhaps most importantly, as an avenue to … Continue reading We asked Sarasota Herald Tribune Dance Critic and Arts Writer: Q. Autism is being treated with movement therapy more often than other neurological disorders. Why do you think movement therapy is helpful in treating autism?