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This study aimed to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of an expressive arts intervention for complex trauma survivors.

May 20, 2026Psychological Trauma Theory Research Practice and Policy

Rhythms of resilience: A pilot feasibility and acceptability study of a neuropsychologically informed conscious dance and expressive arts intervention for complex trauma survivors.

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This study aimed to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of an expressive arts intervention for complex trauma survivors.
Participants: Nine adults (ages 38-69) with complex trauma histories.
Intervention: Six weekly 2.5-hour group sessions conducted via Zoom featuring mindful movement and expressive arts.
Measurement: Feasibility and acceptability assessed through questionnaires and self-report measures pre- and post-intervention.
6 out of 9 participants completed the intervention, with notable positive feedback regarding its credibility.
50% of participants reported clinically significant reductions in posttraumatic symptoms and improvements in compassion and social engagement.
No significant changes observed in dissociation, interoception, or emotion regulation.

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Randomized trial evaluates acceptability and impact of a dance-based intervention on trauma symptoms in adults, suggesting potential benefits for recovery.

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Smart et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0d4fd2f03e14405aa9b582 https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0002185

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Randomized trial evaluates acceptability and impact of a dance-based intervention on trauma symptoms in adults, suggesting potential benefits for recovery.

Rhythms of resilience: A pilot feasibility and acceptability study of a neuropsychologically informed conscious dance and expressive arts intervention for complex trauma survivors.

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Rhythms of resilience: A pilot feasibility and acceptability study of a neuropsychologically informed conscious dance and expressive arts intervention for complex trauma survivors.

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