The body–mind connection through movement

A lecture by Anastasiia Portnova exploring how our bodies shape our experience of reality and introducing the embodiment approach.

Anastasiia Portnova is an integrative, body-oriented psychotherapist, mindfulness instructor, and author of psychoeducational and rehabilitation programs, trainings, courses, and research.

The lecture took place during the Trauma-Informed Art School, part of Healing Arts Lviv — a project held from July 20 to 27, 2025, in Lviv. It brought together artists, educators, healthcare and social workers, government representatives, and international organizations to explore art as a tool for healing.

The project was implemented by the NGO Art Dot with the support of the Vidnova Lab program and in collaboration with the Lviv City Council, King’s College London, Unbroken Art, the Home of Sound (LME Lviv Radio), and the Jameel Arts & Health Lab, WHO.