Welcome to the Maryland/D.C./Virginia Chapter

of the American Dance Therapy Association

The Maryland/D.C./Virginia Chapter of the American Dance Therapy Association (MD/DC/VA Chapter of the ADTA) is an organization of professionals dedicated to the belief that the creative and therapeutic use of dance/movement engages us in a process which is healing for the body and mind.

Our mission is to serve our members and the general public by supporting and maintaining high standards of professional competence among dance/movement therapists through education and training. Additionally, our organization endeavors to create opportunities for communication among dance/movement therapists, related professionals, and the general public to increase awareness, offer support, and provide resources for developing and promoting knowledge in, and of, the field of dance/movement therapy.