Education
Dance/Movement Therapy is a profession based upon body-mind relationships. Concepts of dance and movement are used psychotherapeutically in a process to further the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual integration of clients. Practitioners work with individuals of all ages and with a wide range of emotional and physical problems.
The principles and practice of the dance/movement therapy profession are not well understood by the public or other health and educational professionals. The Marian Chace Foundation (MCF) is dedicated to introducing the power of communicative dance and body awareness as treatment in health and educational settings.
The Foundation also works to further educate those in the dance/movement therapy profession. An annual Marian Chace Foundation Lecture sponsors scholars whose lectures are then published in the American Journal of Dance Therapy.
Past speakers include:
| 1990 | Alma Hawkins, Ph.D. | 2000 | Deborah Hay |
| 1991 | Ruthanna Boris | 2001 | Norma Canner |
| 1992 | Pearl Primus, Ph.D. | 2002 | Penny Lewis, Ph.D. |
| 1993 | Elissa White | 2003 | Muse: Cycle of Life Thru the Arts |
| 1994 | Marion North, Ph.D. | 2004 | Dianne Dulicai, Ph.D. |
| 1995 | Jean Erdman | 2005 | Judith Lynne Hanna, Ph.D. |
| 1995 | Pearl Lang | 2006 | Allegra Fuller Snyder |
| 1996 | Irma Dosamantes Beaudry, Ph.D. | 2007 | Marcia B. Leventhal, Ph.D. |
| 1996 | Beth Kalish-Weiss, Ph.D. | 2008 | Carolyn Grant Fay |
| 1997 | Bill T. Jones | | |
| 1998 | Claire Schmais, Ph.D. | | |
| 1999 | Joan Chodorow, Ph.D. | | |
++These lectures are all available yearly in the American Journal of Dance Therapy. Past issues may be ordered.
Scholarship
In order to develop a body of literature and support the knowledge base of the profession, the Foundation has published several books basic to theory and practice and of aid to further research. In addition, grants have been awarded to enable others to publish or create video tapes that further the educational goals of the Foundation. To encourage scholarship, an annual award has been instituted by the Foundation for an article rewritten from a graduate thesis according to the guidelines of the American Journal of Dance Therapy and selected by the editors for publication. These are to be based on theses or dissertations completed within the past five years and may include updated material. Papers should have no more than two authors. Submissions chosen for publication by the American Journal of Dance Therapy will carry a $100 honorarium.
Publications
More information on Marian Chace.
Research
An important focus of MCF is the support of research projects to better understand the process of dance/movement therapy with a variety of populations.
Grants are made possible through public donations to the Foundation and have been awarded for a variety of research projects. A sampling of studies include:
- Dance/Movement Therapy with Groups of Outpatients with Parkinson's Disease
- A Study of the Use of Dance/Movement Therapy in the Psychological Adaptation of Breast Cancer
- Development of a Standardized Assessment for Use in Rehabilitation Settings: Functional Assessment of Movement and Perception
- Dance/Movement Therapy with Older Adults who have Sustained Neurological Insult (with major funding also coming from the Administration on Aging)
- Testing the Effectiveness of a Dance/Movement Therapy Violence Prevention Program with a Multicultural Population
- Dance/Movement Therapy with Breast Cancer Survivors (Video)
The Foundation is coordinating information with the ADTA Research Committee to further enable this vital professional function.
Information about how to apply for a grant follows. Applications for research, video/film, publications, or educational grants should follow the format as written under the separate categories.
It is the policy of the Marian Chace Foundation to award grants in support of educational, scientific and literary projects that contribute to the body of knowledge of dance/movement therapy and are congruent with the mission of the Foundation. The amount of such grants is determined each year at the discretion of the Trustees based upon available funds and the nature of the project.
Procedures
Grant Application: Policies and Procedures
Applicants for RESEARCH GRANTS should apply according to the following guidelines.
The Proposal
1. A description which provides a brief but complete overview of the proposed project (1-2 paragraphs).
2. Introduction
Statement of the problem
Statement of the research question(s)
Statement of the hypothesis (if relevant)
Delimitations
Definition of terms
The importance of the study to the field
3. Brief literature review demonstrating knowledge of research previously done in this area and supporting the need for further research. Complete reference list.
4. Methodology
Theoretical research framework (qualitative or quantitative)
Sample
Where the research will be completed and if that site has a research review board.
Informed consent forms
Ethical considerations
How the data will be collected
How the data will be analyzed
How the data will be presented
Limitations of design
Methods for achieving validity or trustworthiness
5. Budget
The request for funds must specifically articulate needs and costs. When budgeting for personnel fully describe purpose, functions and responsibilities. Requests for equipment and supplies need to be itemized and detailed. Administrative costs include copying, postage, telephone and other supplemental expenses. Include other sources of funding.
6. Plan for disseminating results in addition to a required article for the American Journal of Dance Therapy.
7. Time frame for completion of project.
8. Qualifications of researchers. List of advisors/ consultants to the project. Please describe duties and identify the specific timeframe in which they will be involved. Provide vitae.
9. Two letters of support: one from a dance/movement therapist and one from a professional who is knowledgeable in the proposed area of research.
Applicants for a FILM/VIDEO or PUBLICATION grant should apply according to the following guidelines:
1. A description that provides a brief but complete overview of the proposed project (1-2 paragraphs).
2. Target audience
3. Budget
The request must be very specifically articulated as to needs and costs. When budgeting for personnel describe purpose, functions and responsibilities fully. Requests for equipment and supplies need to be itemized and detailed. Administrative costs include copying, postage, telephone and other supplemental expenses. Include other sources of funding.
4. Credentials of authors/producers.
5. Timeline for completion of project.
6. Dissemination/marketing plan.
7. Two letters of support: one from a dance/movement therapist and one from a professional who is knowledgeable about publishing or media being used.
Applicants for EDUCATIONAL grants:
In order to support the development of dance/movement therapy in other countries that are less developed and economically disadvantaged, and similar under-served sections of the United States, the Foundation will consider applications from established dance/movement therapy practitioners and teachers to enable teaching and curriculum development in such areas.
1) It will be necessary to have other funding resources that will then be supplemented by the Foundation. These can be additional designated donations to the Foundation by supportive individuals or associations as well as partial support from the host agency.
2) Upon completion of the project, it is required that the recipient write a narrative or manual to enable others to understand the problems and possibilities of this kind of work.
Applications should include the following:
- Credentials of applicant
- Specific description of purpose and methods envisaged.
- Describe how this project relates to dance/movement therapy knowledge and purpose, and contributes to the larger scope of the profession.
- Details of the budget being considered including funds from other sources.
- Plans for disseminating information.
- Time frame.
- Letters of support from host agency, dance/movement therapists and others knowledgeable of your project.
FOR ALL GRANT APPLICATIONS
Exclusions:
- Travel expenses and/or tuition for an individual’s education.
- Operating expenses for a clinical or educational program.
- Salary of principal investigator.
Accountability
- Proposals must accurately reflect the ability and capacity of applicant to deliver and complete the project within the specified time and allocated funding.
- Proposal budget must be detailed, accurate and appropriate.
- Educational proposals must demonstrate evidence of community financial or in-kind support.
Applicants should include name, address, phone, fax/e-mail (if available) with five (5) copies of the proposal and send to:
Jane Wilson Cathcart, ADTR
80 East 11th Street
Suite 307
New York, New York 10003-6000
Deadlines for Submissions: February 15 of each year.
If an applicant is selected as grant recipient, the following guidelines apply:
- A quarterly progress report and budget update will be submitted to the Trustees.
- An article will be submitted to the American Journal of Dance Therapy within six months of completion of the project (unless film/video).
- All grants require that the Marian Chace Foundation be acknowledged in any printed materials, descriptions and presentations of the project.
The following books have been published by the Foundation:
The Journey of a Dance Therapy Teacher: Capturing the Essence of Chace (2004)
by Claire Schmais
This book details the specifics of teaching some of the basic concepts of dance/movement therapy.
Foundations of Dance/Movement Therapy: The Life and Work of Marian Chace (1993)
Edited by S. Sandel, S. Chaiklin, and A. Lohn. (472 pages and includes pictures)
This book contains all the original papers of Marian Chace, one of the first to develop, write and teach about her understanding of the use of dance in mental health. It is organized by topics and includes a biography of Chace. Eight additional articles are included written by practitioners to further develop basic concepts.
Dance/Movement Therapy Abstracts: Doctoral Dissertations, Masters' Theses and Special Projects.
Volume 1 Through 1990 (300 pages)
Volume 2 1991-1996 (127 pages)
Includes index and procedures for obtaining further information.
An Annotated Bibliography of Dance/Movement Therapy: 1940 - 1990
H. Fledderjohn and J. Sewickley (95 pages)
Dance Therapy Notebook (1998)
Joan L. Naess Lewin (110 pages)
This book documents the clinical practice of an experienced dance therapist working in long-term, interpersonal treatment. It is a poignant and well-written reflection of her work using a developmental approach. It organizes and clarifies the process used and is appropriate for both beginning and experienced clinicians.
The following video tapes have been funded by the Foundation:
Metamorphosis in Movement: Mary Starks Whitehouse--A Video Retrospective
Produced by Joanna Harris, this 45 minute video is a historical and archival project meant to preserve Whitehouse's significance to dance/movement therapy. It includes Whitehouse teaching a class and interviews with Jane Manning, Cathy McFann and Neala Haze. $28. includes mailing.
The books and videos may be ordered through the ADTA website.
Trustees
Sharon Chaiklin, President
Columbia, MD
Jane Wilson Cathcart, Secretary
New York, NY
Ann Lohn, Treasurer
Prior Lake, MN
Susan Kleinman, Outreach & Development
Hollywood, FL
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