Classes & Workshops
As an educator, Mariah combines theory, embodied experiences, and a strengths-based perspective. Her teaching style attunes to the needs of her students through a fusion of dance/movement therapy principles, a developmental outlook, and a highly experiential approach. Mariah is an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Counseling at George Fox University. Prior to her time at GFU, she taught at both the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Multnomah University. In April 2022, Mariah completed her CACREP accredited PhD in Leadership with a Specialization in Counselor Education & Supervision. Her mixed-method dissertation research centered on dance/movement therapy supervision. Mariah is available for workshops and trainings by request; contact her to inquire about programming specifically catered to your workplace, school, or community setting.
Current:
George Fox University - Portland, OR
Professional Orientation & Ethics - Fall 2023; Spring 2024
Personality & Counseling Theory - Fall 2023
Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice - Fall 2023
Introduction to Dance/Movement Therapy - Spring 2024
Clinical Internship - Spring 2024
Clinical Practicum - Summer 2024
30-Hour Clinical Supervision Training for Mental Health Clinicians - Online through George Fox University
Online synchronous training, 30 CE hours total including 6 hours of ethics - January 26-27 & February 23-24, 2024
Dance Therapy Supervision Groups - Meet Online 1x a Month
Clinical Supervision for intern (alternate route), registered and board-certified dance/movement therapists
Contact Mariah to find out more about these groups!
ADTA Alternate Route Courses - Online and/or Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
Moving the Story, Healing the Person: Movement Based Interventions for Treating Trauma in Children - May 24-27, 2024
Classical Ballet Academy - Portland, OR
Children’s Inclusive Dance Class - Wednesdays 5:00-5:45 p.m. ongoing
Teen Inclusive Dance Class - Wednesdays 6-7 p.m. ongoing
Past Courses, Trainings and Professional Presentations:
CBA Teacher Training: Supporting Dancers’ Divergent Needs - Classical Ballet Academy, January 2024
Experiential Supervision - George Fox University Supervisor Training, December 2023
Embodied Pedagogies for All Bodies: Extending Universal Design to Experiential Learning - Association for Counselor Education & Supervision National Conference, October 2023
30-Hour Clinical Supervision Training for Mental Health Clinicians - George Fox University, Summer 2023
Multnomah University Master of Art in Counseling (MAC) Program - Counseling Theories, Advocacy & Consultation, Human Growth & Development, Clinical Supervision, Developmental Trauma Elective, Dance/Movement Therapy Elective, March 2016-August 2023
Psychopathology & Treatment Planning: DMT Perspectives - Antioch University DMT Residency, Summer 2023
Renewing Connections & Recalibrating Embodiment in Hybrid DMT Pedagogy & Supervision - American Dance Therapy Association Conference, October 2022
Continued Implementation: Application of the Updated ASERVIC Spiritual Competencies in Counselor Education & Supervision - Western Association for Counselor Education & Supervision Regional Conference, October 2022
Experiential Supervision: Clinical Supervision Series - University of the Cumberlands, April 2022
Experiential Supervision: Training for Clinical Supervisors - Multnomah University, April 2022
Interdisciplinary Integration for Accessible Dance Experiences - Theatre & Dance For Very Young Children Virtual Conference, April 2022
Why Does Mental Health Matter? Chapel Panel - Multnomah University, December 2021
The Embodied Counselor: Bringing Our Bodies to Work - University of the Cumberlands Doctoral Student Residency, September 2021
BrainDance: A Movement Tool for the Brain and Body - Wisconsin Arts Integration Symposium, February 2021
Confronting Shame: Wellness Week Chapel - Multnomah University, January 2021
Connected to our Bodies: Wellness Week Chapel - Multnomah University, January 2020
The Importance of Self-Regulation - MOPs Happy Valley, January 2020
Performing Ourselves Teaching Training - An annual late summer training for PO Staff and Local Dance Educators in Madison, WI; Performing Ourselves was a dance outreach program based in Madison co-founded by Mariah in 2011; learn more about the program and enjoy some movement videos here
Creative Kids // Art & Dance - A summer camp for children grades K-5 just outside of Portland, OR
Self-Regulation & Relational Trauma: Where the Art of Movement Intersects with Neuroscience - American Dance Therapy Association National Conference, October 2018
Sensory PDX: Transforming Therapy Strategies - Panel member of varied professionals working with sensory processing disorders.
Understanding & Working with Autism Spectrum Disorder - Multnomah University, Portland, OR; Moving Circle Dance & Movement Therapy Conference, Hong Kong
Trauma Sensitivity & Awareness for Yoga Instructors - Yoyoyogi, Portland, OR
Using the Prepare // Enrich Assessment - Multnomah University, Portland, OR
Dance/Movement Therapy with Children: A Developmental Perspective - ADTA Approved Alternate Route Course
Contemporary Dance Technique – University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dance Department; Multnomah University, Portland, OR
Introduction to Movement Analysis – University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dance Department
Integrating Yoga with Dance/Movement Therapy – University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dance Department, DMT Course
Empowering Youth & Fostering Resilience: Performing Ourselves Community Dance Program – World Dance Alliance of the Americas, August 2016
Creating Calm in the Chaos: Self-Regulation in Traumatized Children & Adults – Midwest Conference for Sexual Abuse, Madison, WI
Introduction to Dance/Movement Therapy – Mental Health & Substance Abuse Conference, Wisconsin Dells, WI; American College Dance Festival, Madison, WI; University of Wisconsin-Madison Kinesiology Department, Madison, WI; Midwest Conference for Sexual Abuse, Madison, WI
Using Movement in the Classroom – Experiential Educator National Conference, Galena, WI
The Theology of Dance – Pulse Arts Conference, Blackhawk Church, Madison, WI
Prayer Dance – Pulse Arts Conference, Blackhawk Church, Madison, WI