Alternative Fitness
&
Mental Health
with Amber Priestley
LMFT, CIMHP, CCTP
About the Training
An exciting seminar that explores the therapeutic potential of pole dance and aerial arts backed by research!
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Learning Objectives:
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Understanding how pole dance promotes grounding and emotional regulation
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Real-world case study involving over 300 pole dancers
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Practical ways to incorporate alternative movement practices in therapy
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History and knowledge on the stigma surrounding pole dance and its cultural intersections with mental health
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A live demonstration, showing how movement can be integrated into therapy for mindfulness and nervous system regulation.
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Earn Either 2.5 or 3 pre-approved CE hours (see below for list of pre-approvals)​​
Your Instructor
Amber Priestley LMFT, CIMHP, CCTP
Specializes in Trauma, Neurodivergence, Holistic Health and Wellness. Amber is certified as a Pole Fitness Instructor and moonlights at a fitness studio teaching alternative fitness classes that focus on movement and embodiment. She is passionate about helping others explore their true authentic selves and creating lives in alignment with their needs.
Pre-approvals
2.5 CE Hours:
Board of Marriage and Family Therapy (2024-357)
Board of Psychology (202510.125)
3 CE Hours:
MN Board of Social Work (CEP-2403)
Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy (2024.CE.357)