[header] How to become a dance movement therapist [title] Study dance. [step] In order to become a dance therapist you will need some background in dance. While in college, and even before that, it is a good idea to take a variety of dance classes. 
These classes will give you a basic understanding of the types of movement you will use for therapeutic purposes later on. [substeps] To complete a graduate degree in dance movement therapy you need at least five years of experience is some sort of dance.