61: Fusing pole dance and therapy to help women heal from trauma - with Dr. Cat Liang

A long overdue episode where I share my deep love for pole dancing with the incredible Dr. Cat Liang. She is a clinical psychologist and pole dance instructor who has conducted research on the therapeutic benefits of pole dance, particularly with women survivors of abuse.We talk about the internalized shame that women carry about their bodies and their sexuality. We talk about the importance of witnessing other women reclaiming their bodies through sensual movement, as well as the power of healing in a community of supportive women.We also discuss how creativity and pole dance help trauma survivors gain a sense of agency over their bodies and their emotions, and learn to feel safe with discomfort.Dr. Cat Liang is going to be running her first 12-week Sensual Movement workshop series in Los Angeles, California, where she puts her clinical research into practice. If you are interested in learning more and being on the waitlist, send her an email at [email protected] can learn more about her therapy work at her website: https://www.drcatliang.comFollow her therapeutic pole journey on Instagram: @liberated.danceInterested in connecting with other embodied therapists and practitioners? Join our free Facebook community here: The Embodied Practitioner ParadigmLearn more about our year-long, internationally accredited Somatic Coaching certification program here: The Healing Embodied Practitioner Training ProgramBook a free Career Vision Call to learn how this program can help bring your one-of-a-kind career dreams to life: https://healingembodied.hbportal.co/public/careervisionAdditional Resources for Therapists, Healers, Coaches, and Creative Entrepreneurs:Free Resource Library for Therapists, Healers, and Creatives: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/library-signupFree Facebook Community for creatives, helpers, and healers who want to lead from embodiment and wholeness: https://www.facebook.com/groups/embodiedleaderparadigmLearn more and/or apply for our year-long, internationally accredited somatic certification program and purpose-led career mentorship: www.healingembodied.com/get-certifiedLearn more about our flagship group program for leaders, healers, and creatives who want to make a positive impact through the work they do: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/embodied-leader-mastermindLearn more about our 6-month community experience for somatic healing: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/wholly-humanAdditional Resources for those who want to embody more love, trust, and wholeness in their lives and relationships:Want to be a client of Healing Embodied? Book a free 30 minute Clarity Call with a member of our team, and learn how we can support you in creating more trust, love, and joy in your life: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/applyOur Relationship Anxiety Resource Shop (mediations, masterclasses, courses): https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/shopOur monthly membership "The Love Over Fear Collective" where you will transform fear and doubt in your relationship into security and trust: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/lofcGet on our email list for updates, podcast episode announcements, discounts, and more: https://healingembodied.kartra.com/page/sign-upCheck out all the ways we can support you here: www.healingembodied.com/healwithus