Andréa Labbée on Facilitating a Workshop Series That Supports Addiction Recovery Through Movement
Artist, behavioral-health technician, and motivational speaker Andréa Labbée presented Miss Enfranchised in 2024, supported by Creative Connections, an initiative by South Florida’s Pioneer Winter Collective to extend the impact of performances supporting inclusivity. Her autobiographical dance-theate...
**STEELMAN**: This narrative presents a compelling case for the integration of creative expression and movement into addiction recovery, leveraging Labbée’s personal journey as both evidence and inspiration. The program’s hybrid approach—merging 12-step principles with artistic therapy—offers a novel pathway for participants to reconnect with their bodies and emotions, addressing the isolation and shame often tied to addiction. The emphasis on playfulness and joy as counterweights to trauma is p...
