About Me
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? ~ Mary Oliver
I'm Kim Kaplan, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Dance/Movement Therapist specializing in somatic psychotherapy that includes dance/movement therapy, a creative expressive therapy, as well as mindfulness based stress reduction practices, and polyvagal therapy.
My work is shaped by a longstanding interest in the relationship between the body, emotions, movement, mindfulness, and psychological healing. By working from an embodied place we can reduce stress, process grief, heal trauma, improve our relationships with ourselves and others, and live more authentically.
I bring clinical expertise, curiosity, warmth, and genuine attention to the therapy relationship.
My role isn't to tell you who you should become.
It's to help you hear yourself more clearly.
Training & Credentials
I’ve been in practice for 15+ years, supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief/loss, and relationship challenges.
I earned my Master’s in Dance/Movement Therapy from Pratt Institute (2010) and my Bachelor’s in Dance and Comparative History from the University of Washington (2007). My work is grounded in both creative expression and a deep respect for how our histories live in the body.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania (PC012366), as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Level II, which means I use trauma-informed approaches that prioritize safety, pacing, and choice.
Over the years, I’ve completed additional trainings in:
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Level II
• Polyvagal therapy with Deb Dana
• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
• Authentic Movement intensive training
• 200-hour yoga intensive
My clinical experience spans across multiple care settings including inpatient, community health clinics, residential treatment, and private practice. My approach is client-centered and collaborative.
Our work together is tailored so it fits your nervous system, your story, and your goals.