CMTAI’s 3rd International Annual conference ‘Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)

Workshop for CMTAI’s 3rd International Annual conference ‘Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) – Approaches and Techniques in an Indian Paradigm’ on“Expressive Arts Therapy – The Power of Personal Creative Expression!

"Psycho Magicum 2016", National College, Mumbai

Bhaktiveda had a rewarding experience at the "Psycho Magicum 2016" - A psychology festival Organised by "Mind Mandala" - a company that aims at providing integral psychology trainings and services.

"BEINGS OF LIGHT"

An adventure, where kids were taken on a journey through the magic of elements. Through dance, music, art and yoga we will discover how our bodies are balanced by the elements - Earth, Air, Space, Water and Fire.

Paint. Dance. Flow - Assagaon, India

In the beautiful valley of Assagaon - come and spend some quality time with yourself! Explore Non Verbal Communication - our natural primal impulses using the body as a tool. Authentic Dance - Free and flowing movements coming from within.

Workshop in Guwahati

In the hustle bustle of Central London, a mixed group participated in this self-healing workshop where participants were able to heal blocked emotions on a subtle level through expressive art therapy techniques.

An exclusive Expressive Art Therapy session by Bhaktiveda 28th April 2020

Expressive Arts Module at Diploma Course organized by CMTAI (Creative Movement Therapy Association of India, Pune Jan 2020

Expressive Arts Module at Diploma Course organized by CMTAI (Creative Movement Therapy Association of India, Pune Jan 2019

About Bhaktiveda:

Bhaktiveda runs a foundation called "Praanah" founded in 2009, where through workshops, and personal therapy sessions the use of different artistic modalities such as art, dance, music, poetry and puppets are used for healing, awareness and progress of the self. She has a Masters Degree in “Expressive Therapies” from Lesley University, Cambridge, Massachusetts;

International Seminar On Creative Arts Therapies, women’s Christian College, Chennai. 29th and 30th January 2019

Expressive Art Therapy Certification course 2018 - In association with Mind Mandal

Classes for Creative Expression (Ages 8-15 years)

Break away from the rigid school momentum and let your child engage in Movement Improvisations, Expressive Art activities, Figurines and Sandplay, Rhythm making, Creative Crafts and much more. They will also explore learning academic concepts through song and dance reinforcing their Muscle Memory.

Times of India -- Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2019

Bhaktiveda conducted an Expressive Art Therapy workshop for the renouned Kala Ghoda Arts Festival. The participants were pleasantly surprised at how liberated and child like they felt and thouroughly enjoyed themselves.

Svasthya – A holistic wellness retreat 2018

Praanah in association with Anamcara Yoga Retreats and Shoonya Retreats had an amazing weekend of healing and self awareness. The participants ate organic healthy meals, milked cows, did early morning yoga and mediation with Natasha Mahindra in the wilderness.

Expressive Art Therapy session at the Aditya Birla World Academy school

Had a lovely Expressive Art Therapy session at the Aditya Birla World Academy school - event was called the “happy place” where there were several interesting workshops to spread mental health awareness to students. Thank you to Mpower for the amazing initiative

Diploma Course in Expressive Art Therapy with WCC, Chennai

Had a lovely few days teaching students at a Diploma course on Expressive Art Therapy at WCC women Christian college in Chennai. The students were very receptive and was an absolute joy to spread the amazing power of this work.

Expressive Arts In Psychotherapy - A workshop for the Mpower Centre core therapist team

Did an amazing workshop at Mpower: Mind Matters, the new centre for Mental Health in Mumbai, for the Core Therapists to introduce them to the concept of using "Expressive Arts in Psychotherapy"

DANCE.FLOW.PAINT.INTEGRATE

This workshop will make us connect to our natural impulses. Through dance and art we will explore the varied emotions we experience, the cycles of life,

Let your Inner Child Play!

Expressive Arts Therapy uses different artistic modalities like dance, drama, music and art that can be used in a therapeutic manner with a non-judgmental approach. Through devised techniques using creative and artistic expression, an individual is able to understand core issues from the artistic/dramatic expression of their subconscious,

WHEN words ARE NOT ENOUGH

Exploring "WHEN words ARE NOT ENOUGH!" through Expressive art Therapy at the LITMUS FESTIVAL, 2016

Nature’s Nurture, Bring your Child closer to Mother Earth-22nd – 24th April 2016

Ask your child where eggs come from? if the answer is “shop”, you have an issue on your hands! With a growing disconnect from nature as we bring up our children in urban cities, a weekend residential retreat with your child to re-connect is just what you need.

The Creative Exchange 2015 – by CMTAI – Goa

Creative Movement Therapy Association of India (CMTAI) put together a Skills Exchange & Enhancement Program - The Creative Exchange 2015. This forum gave practitioners an opportunity to share,

Exploring the Circle for Children Ages: 5-12, 7th-November-2015, Kemps Corner to Seventh Sense Movement Centre, Kemps Corner

Exploring the circle! A workshop we did for children before Diwali! They explored circular structures on a micro and macro level and thoroughly enjoyed the thought processes and flow !

Eco Warrior retreat, Mango House, Alibaug

Just before the onset of the crazy heat of the summer – Praanah and Anam Cara Yoga Retreats organized another Eco Warrior Yoga and Expressive Therapy camp for kids! The kids went for a nature walk, worked with natural clay,

Let your inner child play

Praanah has conducted workshops for mixed groups, within the corporate sector and also for other groups using stress release, confidence building and shedding inhibitions as its main goal – calling these workshops “Let Your Inner Child Play”

Little Eco Warrior Kids Yoga and Expressive art Therapy Camp : Waterwoods Lodge

As summer approaches every child waits in anticipation for the holidays. A time for them to run free, spend quality time with friends and family, discovering new places and learning new things.

Bhaktiveda visits ananda, Himalayas as a Visiting Master

The fabulous Ananda Spa in the Himalayas invited Bhaktiveda to be a visiting master to work with their guests who primarily come there for some sort of a wellness program such as Detoxification, Rejuvenation, Wellness and Weight loss.

Indus talk

Bhaktiveda conducted a demonstrative talk and workshop for the women’s group Indus International in October 2013. The association having been founded in 1967, continues to hold programs for their women members to foster relations between women from different parts of the globe.

Roots to Recovery: Digestive System. Hide Out Farm, Mumbai

Praanah associated with Phsyioquest in a workshop titled “Roots to Recovery”. This workshop was held in the outskirts of Mumbai in a beautiful and charming farmhouse called Hide Out! A very natural and cozy home,

Praanah participated in an exhibition supporting ´Conscious Living ´ organised by Accessed

Praanah participated in an exhibition supporting ´Conscious Living´ organised by Accessed. It was based on the theme : "Hidden Treasures ; Healthy Living"

Praanah - WWF - Chimi´s World Collaboration for Five Schools in Bangalore, Karnataka

Praanah collaborated with Chimi´s world / Prithvi Media and WWF to create a workshop for school children on conservation of the environment in five schools in Bangalore.

"Art for Nature", Panna, Madhya Pradesh, India. August 2011

WWF and Sarva Shiksha Abhyan Kendra ( Gov of Madhya Pradesh) have a 9 month residential facility for the children of poachers of the Behelia tribe living in the Panna Tiger reserve forests.

Self-Healing through movement and art, Mandeville Hotel, London

In association with WWF India, Prithvi Media and Praanah conducted a workshop on Environment for 100 middle school students from 6 Schools during the 10th Festival of Books for Children on 16th October organise