Movement was already here.
VDMT asks how Dance/Movement Therapy can take root in Vietnam, reflect cultural identity, and respond meaningfully to people and communities.
About us
Vietnam Dance/Movement Therapy (VDMT) was founded in 2015 and officially became a Social Enterprise in 2024. VDMT is a pioneer in advancing Dance/Movement Therapy in Vietnam.
Mission & commitment
VDMT nurtures Body Wisdom through Dance/Movement Therapy and develops evidence-informed practices grounded in Vietnamese cultural context.
Mission, Vision and Core Values will be updated when the founder confirms the official wording.
Social Enterprise
VDMT commits to reinvesting at least 51% of profits into community programs that expand access to mental health and well-being through the arts.
Professional & operations advisors.
Cathy Appel
MSW, MS, MFA · Former Director of the Dance/Movement Therapy Master's Program at Sarah Lawrence College.
E. Connor Kelly
MA, BC-DMT, LPC, DTAA · Former President of the Asia-Pacific Dance/Movement Therapy association.
Operations advisors
Linh Nguyen · Huyen Tran · Kent Dao — supporting HR, operations, finance and strategic relations.
Partner network
VDMT values its network of professionals, hospitals, schools, social organizations, businesses, cultural and arts organizations in Vietnam and around the world.