Episodes

To move to music gives us the ability heal by taking us to an inner plane that allows us to detach from our trauma. In that moment of freedom, we can be present, and give ourselves permission to experience pure joy. In this episode of Dance to heal, Jenny welcomes back Oreet, Founder of SharQuí - The Bellydance Workout in a discussion about the role of dance in promoting family, prayer, culture, and community. Tune in to know more about how you can take part in their amazing dance community eve...

We give so much of ourselves in service to others, and while that gives so much happiness and positivity, we have to admit it also takes so much in return. In this episode of Dance To Heal, Jenny welcomes Lynnette Day of Maui Belly Dance Company. Lynnette has found a way to intertwine the things she is most passionate about in her life. She is an Occupational Therapist and a Dance Company Director who is also offering dance classes in her studio and online. Discover the power of dance in givin...

Not many of us know how to have fun while going through life, and fewer still who understand how to give ourselves permission to play. Being true to yourself and being present is easier through dance and movement because the language is unfiltered. Join us in this episode of Dance To Heal, as Jenny talks with the multi-talented artist Cat LaCohie, who is known by her stage name Vixen DeVille. They take us through a journey to self-awareness, understanding the depth of Burlesque, and projecting ...

Understanding dance through the lens of music is by feeling that life energy that consumes. It’s one thing to be able to find yourself, and another to find others like you. Join us in this episode of Dance To Heal, as Jenny talks with Thea Komen about finding yourself through music and movement. Thea’s classes are a must for everyone who wants to discover more of themselves through bellydance, and there is an invitation to a weekend party for those who want a safe space to get to know themselv...

We may have gone through so much trauma as a child, that even if we do not remember, our bodies still do. It goes beyond cognition and logic, but certainly within reach in between the meaningful movements as we dance. Join us in this episode of Dance To Heal, as Jenny talks with Lauren Peterson about how movement can help us deal with vicarious trauma, even those that goes far back from what we can remember. What to expect in this episode: 00:25 – Lauren's educational background and specializa...

Join us in this special episode of Dance To Heal, as Jenny welcomes Anthony Tomizza in a heartwarming conversation about hiding ourselves, even with good intentions, and realizing that the only way to move forward to be unafraid. It is true that when we hide who we are, those that we think we avoid hurting ends up so when they see how we have hurt ourselves instead. This is an emotional conversation you would not want to miss. What to expect in this episode: 00:51 – Notes on differences betwee...

The journey through life is riddled with confusion and understanding, vulnerability and safety, despair and survival. In our quest for self-discovery, we come to understand that the limit of our success is the line we refuse to confront, and that line is ever changing. In this episode of Dance To Heal, Jenny talks about acknowledging trauma and past hurts, being honest with yourself, and being brave enough to confront the things you have been trying to avoid. When we allow ourselves to understa...

For those who have experienced trauma in whatever form, the journey to moving on is always a struggle. However, in the natural course of our lives, every time we close a chapter, it also yearns for a form of closure. While our consciousness can only process so much, it's hidden part will always be waiting to be recognized. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny welcomes Diana Soto on a thoughtful discussion about how our body stores and remembers everything we have gone through, and how moveme...

When we dance as an exercise, we accept it as a function of fitness. However, there are dances like belly dancing, that we appreciate as an art form or a way to commune with our inner self. There are pioneers of movement who realized that in that in-between form and function, we can develop our inner strength. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny is joined by Oreet, the founder of SharQuí - The Bellydance Workout. Drawing on their experience in teaching Sharqui, they discuss the essence of d...

We perceive the limitations of dance and movement along the edges of our consciousness within the reaches of what our body can do. Behind that veil, our psyche is also reacting to that connection with our inner self, along with hidden injuries and forgotten wounds. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny is joined by Amanda Rose on a scholarly and empathetic dialogue about dance as therapy. Drawing from her years of experience teaching others as well as her academic background, Amanda gives a u...

Dance and movement have many essences, but the most significant are those that help inspire us and others to get through the day. In all the trials of life, we always reflect on how we went through adversity in retrospect; but in that instant, when we're pushing against the tides, being present in the moment is the way to survive. In this episode, join our host, Jenny Cohen as she talks about the most significant events in her life, from her childhood with immigrant parents, the tribulations wi...

As people began to understand the language of music that talks to their soul, dance as an expression became an extension of instinct. In between these lines of silent conversation, people discover a path to find their true self, paving the way for a lot of possibilities, including healing from within. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny welcomes Zoe Jakes, a founding member of the electronic and world fusion group Beats Antique and a very talented dancer. Zoe shares her story about music, h...

Dance as a performing art requires a certain amount of transformation as the artist performs. The wisdom in transformation through these movements is a lesson best experienced to be learned. In this episode of Dance to Heal, join our host, Jenny Cohen as she welcomes Sadie Marquardt, a world-renowned Bellydance performer and mentor. Together they talk about their experiences on how dance and movement helped them develop a better version of themselves from the inside out. What to expect in this...

In any form of dance and movement, training is a way of life. You have to work your body, whether by external advisers or by yourself. While it is natural for training to impose a level of discomfort, when do we say it's time for our body to rest? In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny is joined by her son, Daniel Rei Cohen as they talk about his experiences growing up with elite sports, gymnastics, and dance, and their mental, physical and emotional challenges. Together, their stories convey ...

We think of dance mostly as a form of representation of each culture, but it can also be a vessel of heritage handed down to succeeding generations. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny welcomes Kapua to the podcast, as they talk about the role of dance in his life and his artistic pursuits. In between their stories, we discover the essence of dance as a heritage. What to expect in this episode: 02:08 – Jenny's Story: from Taipei and how she got into dancing. 05:52 – Video of Kapua 06:26 –...

Movement, in any form, always comes with change, purpose, and direction. In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny pays tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, celebrating her life and survival, and standing in memory of her sisters who did not make it. Together with her daughter, Ariella, they discuss the behind the scenes of families who have went through the same ordeal. Ariella also talks about how different forms of movement helped her get through her personal struggles, and how movement ke...

Dance is commonly regarded as the art of rhythmic movement in response to the music being played. In this second episode of Dance to Heal with Jenny Cohen, we explore a little bit deeper on the relationship between intention and movement, together with her very talented guest, Mylissa Acevedo. Venture into a deeper understanding of dancing, beyond the rhythmic movements to production, and the sublime aspect of freestyle dancing to live music. What to expect in this episode: 01:54 – Moving with ...

Every healing story carries that powerful message of believing in yourself including accepting who you are in the past but being in the present. In this very first episode of Dance to Heal, get to know the show's host Jenny Cohen and her inspirational message of healing through movement. She is joined by her guest, Catrice Wallace-Hobersberger, a very talented, award winning international performing belly dancer based out of Binghamton/Syracuse/Upstate, NY. Learn a new perspective on dance, as ...