{"value"=>"<p> <span class=\"title\">The Role of Dance in Creating Trust in Therapeutic Relationships.</span></p> <p>The topic of this thesis was conceived during my own personal process of becoming a dance therapist. The differences in cultural movement, behavior, and dress between myself and the clientele I was directed to work with was a barrier to the therapeutic process. As I documented these experiences, I noted changes that were taking place in this process and suggested what was needed to transform the interaction based on my own personal experience and published theoretical material in the areas of cultural background and the culture of movement differences. During the six months I worked with black adolescents, I was able to videotape the movement sessions. I used Effort Shape to define the movement differences between therapist and clients and then studied the movement differences in relations to cultural background (Israeli and black Americans). The conclusion I drew from this study was that the cultural differences I perceived as an obstacle weren't the real issue. It was my willingness to surrender and belong to the group which opened the door for a therapeutic relationship. My change initiated growth and mutual acceptance.</p>"}