American Journal of Dance Therapy

Aims & Scope

American Journal of Dance Therapy informs the international mental health community on the latest findings in dance/movement therapy theory, research, and clinical practice by presenting original contributions, case material, reviews, and studies by leading practitioners and educators in the field.

The journal, reflecting the dramatic expansion of the profession over the last half-century, publishes timely articles on working with new populations, changing goals, innovative techniques, and new methods of training.

Current professional issues, outcome research, and assessment tools are also examined and evaluated.

This biannual forum encourages dance/movement therapists and allied mental health professionals to test their theoretical premises and share their ideas.

It is a valuable resource for administrators, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and creative arts therapists in the disciplines of music, art, and drama.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.6
2024	0.80

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	18482

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	29

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.253

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• A Study on the Effects of Argentine Tango as a Form of Partnered Dance for those with Parkinson Disease and the Healthy Elderly

  Citation: 99

  Authors: Madeleine E., Svetlana, Gammon M.

• Healing processes in group dance therapy

  Citation: 86

  Authors: Claire

• Embodied Enactive Dance/Movement Therapy

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Sabine C., Diana

• Ballroom Dance as Therapy for the Elderly in Brazil

  Citation: 66

  Authors: Maristela Moura Silva, Alba Pedreira

• Embodied Concepts of Neurobiology in Dance/Movement Therapy Practice

  Citation: 65

  Authors: Kalila B.

• Dance/Movement Therapy with Older Adults Who Have Sustained Neurological Insult: A Demonstration Project

  Citation: 59

  Authors: Cynthia F., Wee Lock, Stephanie S.

• Dance/Movement Therapy as an Intervention for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Sara M., Nicole J., Pamela J., Paula C.

• Emotion, Embodiment, and Mirror Neurons in Dance/Movement Therapy: A Connection Across Disciplines

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Allison F.

• Recommendations for Implementing Tango Classes for Persons with Parkinson Disease

  Citation: 53

  Authors: Madeleine E., Gammon M.

• The Body Remembers: Dance/Movement Therapy with an Adult Survivor of Torture

  Citation: 47

  Authors: Amber Elizabeth Lynn

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