It's Complicated

Maria Jose Hernandez

Expressive Arts Therapist & Dance and Movement Therapist

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Barcelona, SpainAvailable in-person and online

About me

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Universidad del Pacífico (Peru) and have a corporate background in Human Resources and project management. Later, I expanded my path toward mental health and wellbeing by completing the Expressive Arts Therapy program at TAE Perú and a Master’s in Dance Movement Therapy at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.

These studies have allowed me to deepen my experience in the fields of mental health, education, and embodied practices. In addition to my therapeutic work, I facilitate body exploration and movement workshops that encourage self-awareness and emotional expression.

Movement, writing, and nature are my own forms of medicine, they are how I stay connected, inspired, and grounded.

I speak:

EnglishSpanish

Location:

Barcelona, Spain

Approach

Treatment Approaches
Art therapyRecommended for those who feel more comfortable expressing emotions through creativity and want to explore their feelings through art rather than talking.
BreathworkRecommended for those who want to use breathing techniques to relax, release tension, and gain more control over their emotions.
MeditationMeditation is a practice to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state.
MindfulnessMindfulness is the process of maintaining a purposeful moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surrounding environment.
Somatic coachingRecommended for those who want to use body awareness and movement to release emotional tension and promote personal growth.

My therapeutic approach is relational, dynamic, and body-centered. I believe that healing happens when people feel seen, safe, and connected, to themselves and to others. Through movement, art, and mindful awareness, I guide clients to explore their inner world, express emotions, and develop greater self-understanding and resilience.

As a Dance Movement and Expressive Arts Therapist, I integrate the body as a central element in the therapeutic process, working beyond words to help clients access emotions and experiences that are often stored or expressed through movement or diverse creative process. I create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where each person can reconnect with their body, creativity, and unique rhythm.

My work is rooted in presence, curiosity, and collaboration. I accompany clients at their own pace, whether they are seeking emotional regulation, stress relief, self-esteem building, or personal growth. My goal is to help them develop tools that promote both psychological and physical wellbeing, fostering a sense of balance, empowerment, and authenticity.

Services

Intro Call

Free 20 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

€60 1 hr Online & In-person

Women Circles

€40 1 hr Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€45 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Barcelona, SpainAvailable in-person and online

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