Nonverbal methods (e.g., music or dance) can address therapeutic material that "talk therapy" cannot. They can circumvent resistance, defenses, and anxieties more quickly than cognitive and action-oriented processes.

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Nonverbal methods can tap into the unconscious and emotional material in a way that verbal methods may not be able to. They also allow for a release of tension and expression of feelings without the need for verbal processing. This can be particularly helpful for individuals who have difficulty expressing themselves through talk therapy or who have a history of trauma or abuse where words may be too triggering or difficult to articulate.

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