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

Rear view of a woman in a red coat and shoes sitting on a bench, looking out at the ocean.

Seeing Red: What Dance Teachers Can Do to Keep Their Tempers in Check

Kathleen McGuire

Little sad ballet students sitting on floor in studio

When Students Grieve, How Can Dance Educators Help?

Kathleen McGuire

Strict teacher in dancing school talking with students

Are Your Students Too Obedient? Here’s Why It’s Not a Good Thing

Kathleen McGuire

Shot of a young ballet dancer inspecting her figure in a mirror

Should I Allow Students With Eating Disorders to Continue Taking Dance Classes?

Kathleen McGuire

Female ballet teacher supporting little upset girl in studio

The Dance Teacher’s Role in Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse

Kathleen McGuire

A group of teen dancers plié in fifth position in a ballet class. They wear black leotards and skirts and pink tights

Should the Pandemic Change Our Approach to Attendance Policies?

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