eMove - Dance/Movement Therapy Study

Ten weekly 60-minute individual dance/movement therapy telehealth sessions (eMove) delivered by a board-certified dance/movement therapist. eMove treatment protocol integrates movement techniques, creative embodiment, the non-verbal aspects of self-awareness and interpersonal communication in treatment. eMove sessions focus on helping the participant to increase physical activity level, increasing participants' energy levels and motivation to stay active and better cope with everyday activities, improving overall functioning; reducing severity of negative symptoms of schizophrenia; and providing participants with a sense of connection and social support by connecting with a therapist. In addition, sessions are individualized to the participant's presenting needs.