Soul Contact
A little bit about me…
My name is Callie Johnson; I have been a lifelong dancer that has explored multiple realms of dance ranging from modern to aerial hoop. In 2012 I graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre with a Dance Cognate. At the beginning of 2023 I began my Embodied Dance Teacher Training under the guidance of creator, Allison Pagano. My signature program Beyond Bereavement, that I personally developed after creating a choreographic process that served not just as a healing tool for my grief, but as a commemorative piece for my beloved that passed away many years ago. It is my belief that everyone deserves to dance; but everyone can benefit from the incredible healing powers of authentic movement.
Please note, I am not, or do I claim to be a therapist or doctor. I will not diagnose or offer traditional therapies that require licensing. If you are experiencing an emergency please seek help or call the suicide hotline.
What is Beyond Bereavement?
Beyond Bereavement is a unique program that combines the healing power of movement and dance with the transformative benefits of the choreographic process. This program is designed for individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one and are seeking a safe and supportive space to celebrate and honor their loved one's life through dance.
Through a series of guided dance and movement exercises, participants will explore their feelings of grief and loss in a nonverbal and embodied way. The first portion of the program will focus on helping participants connect with their bodies and their emotions, and learn to express themselves through meditation, regression, and movement. Students will work through the grieving process in a non-traditional manner, processing grief through releasing “lived in” emotions trapped in the physical and energetic systems of the body.
The second portion of the program will guide students to create a choreographed dance piece that commemorates their loved one's life. The program will provide a supportive environment for students to express their feelings of commemoration and celebration through creative movement. The choreography will be guided by Callie Breanne Johnson, founder of Soul Contact, who will work with the students to develop a dance piece that channels emotions, memories, and even mannerisms of their beloved.
The outcome of the program will be a beautiful and meaningful tribute to the loved ones, a choreographed dance piece that celebrates and honors the life of the deceased. The program will provide an opportunity for participants to channel their grief into a positive, uplifting, and empowering experience. The process of creating a dance piece is intended to be transformative, empowering, and healing.
While the program is not designed to replace traditional grief counseling, it is intended to provide a unique and creative outlet for individuals who are seeking an alternative approach to the grieving process. By the end of the program, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of themselves, their emotions, and their loved one, and will have created a beautiful tribute to the person they have lost through dance.
This course is offered in group or individual sessions. For group bookings please inquire at callie.johnson.dance@gmail.com
Personal Journeys
One on one sessions are available for my signature series, Beyond Bereavement. I am also available to creating customized movement healing journeys for individual needs for other life experiences. Book your free discovery call today!
For more information please contact at callie.johnson.dance@gmail.com
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