About me

Katharina Conradi

I have been dancing for as long as I can remember, and I truly believe that everyone has the ability to dance! Dance is as natural as breathing; it helps you connect with yourself and the world around you. Our bodies give us instant feedback and wisdom when we start to pay attention. Dance brings a sense of FLOW and connection into our lives. I will guide you through important changes in your life. If you’re facing tough times like trauma, loss, a broken relationship, or changes in work or health, I’m here to help. Together, we will regain your perspective and build your confidence. I will help you see the bigger picture when you need it most. I will assist you in grounding yourself and using your body as a guide. My goal is to support you in discovering or rediscovering your creative potential. You can improve your health and quality of life and take the steps you’ve always wanted to take. That is my heartfelt wish for you!

I believe in your growth

Everyone has the potential to dance, and embracing movement can transform every aspect of your life.

Everyone who moves physically, also moves internally. Dance enables us to make contact with our inner world and makes us understand that we are part of the world around us; part of the earth, part of gravity and part of everything and everyone that lives. From this experience of connection, you can really be in touch with yourself and your surroundings. In this way, you can take your place in the world and be of value for the world.

When I was a child, I often danced in my room; I climbed on a chair, jumped off and my ‘dance’ began. I also went into nature and just started to dance and to sing. I had a big colorful inner world, and I was looking for ways to connect, to express everything that I could not put into words. When I first took movement classes in a dance studio, I was hooked on the feeling of spaciousness, connection and freedom. It felt like I could fly, time stood still, and I felt present and alive. I like to think back to this first spark of passion for dance. I would like to share this passion with you.

I have 30 years of experience and expertise in dance, therapy, and coaching, and my aim is to support the whole person; integrating body, intellect, and intuition to help you discover your unique path within your personal journey.

When you find it challenging to move forward alone, I am here to provide the confidence, experience, and support you need, assuring you that you are not alone during difficult times. This period can be an opportunity to take authentic steps forward with renewed confidence, and I truly believe in your potential for growth.

My qualifications include being a Certified Dancer/Choreographer, Certified Laban Bartenieff Movement Analyst, Master Dance Therapist, and Registered Somatic Movement Educator and Therapist. While I primarily work in the Netherlands, I also offer my services internationally in Spain, Estonia, Poland, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, and the United States, particularly New York. In my Amsterdam studio, I provide individual Dance Therapy, Somatic Coaching, and Somatic Education. I am affiliated with the Arts Academy for Theatre and Dance in Amsterdam and the Arts Academy CODARTS in Rotterdam, and I have co-founded the EMOVE Institute for the Laban Bartenieff Movement System alongside Marieke Delannoy.

Through the art of dance and movement, we can begin to understand our patterns and guide our personal growth in the direction we desire. Engaging with our bodies allows us to discover our true selves and create deeper connections with ourselves and others. What we have not expressed can reveal itself through movement, inviting us to address it with kindness and understanding. As we let go of old tensions, we can access the natural joy of life that lies beneath the surface. This practice serves as a refreshing reset for both body and mind, providing a deeply healing experience that I will support you in navigating. Every journey starts with a single step, and the willingness to embrace the unknown marks the beginning of your adventure toward greater vitality, self-confidence, creativity, and connection in your life.

This is what others say…

“As a result of an unprocessed trauma from my past, I was stuck in multiple areas of life and against myself without knowing how to change it. My future was determined by my past. In the dance therapy sessions with Katharina I have developed ‘tools’ to come back to myself at the difficult moments and to give myself some extra love just then. Besides the joy of dancing, I have also discovered the ‘healing effect’ of dancing!

Katharina is an incredibly nice and warm therapist who knows exactly which direction to go to get me to insights. She is very experienced and has extensive knowledge of more than just dance, which also makes her much more than just a dance therapist!”

Marieke

“I sought help from Katharina after the sudden death of my father. Due to a jumble of circumstances, I did not get around to processing the grief and taking care of myself. As a result, I became overworked. From the very first moment I felt welcomed and heard by Katharina. She is empathetic, intelligent and interested. Her questions and guidance inspire me to open myself up to what is going on inside me. Her actions are always attuned to what is important to me at that moment.

There I learned and experienced that feelings, no matter how big and overwhelming, come and go. The fact that in Katharina’s presence I came back in motion to the traumatic farewell of my father is one of my fondest experiences. From that moment on, in addition to the pain and sorrow of that memory, I also feel the beauty and love. That makes my life considerably easier and lighter.”

Bregje

“Katharina’s coaching has been the most successful investment in my personal and professional development I have ever made. She has successfully helped me in very different areas of my life, from personal issues to challenges in my work life and how to develop an authentic style. She combines elements from different forms of dance therapy, somatic work, counselling and coaching and she seamlessly understands what intervention to apply at the right time.”

Petra Hagenbert Management Professional

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Katharina is a member of the NVDAT https://www.nvdat.vaktherapie.nl and is committed to the NVDAT Code of Conduct. She also has an AGB Code. This may mean that, if you have Dutch supplementary insurance, you have the possibility of being reimbursed for part of the costs. This depends on your insurance. Here you can read further about the possibilities: https://www.zorgwijzer.nl/vergoeding/vaktherapie

Get in touch

Katharina Conradi

06 27070906
info@danstherapie-coaching-amsterdam.nl

Eerste Helmerstraat 102 1/2
1054 EG Amsterdam