Kathleen McGuire

A former dancer, Kathleen McGuire is a writer and mental health advocate living in Pittsburgh. You can join her at WeAreMindingTheGap.org.

more stories by Kathleen McGuire

A ballet teacher in a white leotard and skirt talks sternly to two little ballet students during ballet class.

Getting Tough Love Right: How to Support Your Students While Setting High Expectations

Kathleen McGuire

A black and white photo of a wrist, lying on a table, that has a bandage around it saying 'help'

Are Your Students Self-Harming? Here’s What You Can Do to Help Them Stop

Kathleen McGuire

It’s Time to Reevaluate How We Use Touch in the Studio

Kathleen McGuire

Your Students Might Be Grieving Right Now. Here's How to Help Them

Kathleen McGuire

Dear Teachers: It's OK to Grieve Your Recital

Kathleen McGuire

Here's How You Can Help a Dancer Who's Dealing With Trauma

Kathleen McGuire

Susan Jaffe's Essential Daily Practice

Kathleen McGuire

What to Do When a Student Stops Eating

Kathleen McGuire

Tough Not Rough: Show Your Dancers Compassion Without Compromising Teaching Standards

Kathleen McGuire

Ways to Shift Your Stretching Routine From Passive to Dynamic

Kathleen McGuire

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