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Danscend’s mission is to bring mental wellness to the forefront of performing arts training by providing a space for education, application, and community to performers, educators, and professionals.

Hi. We're Kristin & Michelle.


Kristin Deiss and Michelle Loucadoux have a shared sixty years in the dance industry. Both have worked extensively as professional dancers and are well-versed and experienced in the realm of dance education.


After working together in the education field for seven years, the idea of Danscend was born because of an overwhelming need that Deiss and Loucadoux observed in their students. No stranger to the need for mental health awareness, both creators wrestled with various issues in their professional dance careers as well.


In Danscend, Deiss and Loucadoux have created a resource that they wish was available when they were beginning their dance careers, a resource that will benefit not only their students but also the dance industry as a whole.

Danscend would like to recognize institutions that are committed to supporting the mental health and wellness of their dancers and educators.


Ignite Dance Competition



The GuiDANCE Experience



Broadway Dance Center Children & Teens Program

New York, New York


Celebrity Dance Competitions and Conventions



Higher Ground Dance Studio

Longview, Washington, USA



Fluid Dance Convention and Competition



Rhee Gold's Dance Life



Ballet Championships of America




Shine Your Light Dance Competition



Arts in Motion Dance Academy

Richmond, Virginia, USA



Studio Bea Dance

Waukee, Iowa, USA



Get Help Now


Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

United States-based suicide prevention network of over 200+ crisis centers that provides 24/7 service

988


National Sexual Assault Hotline

The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization - confidential 24/7 support

1.800.656.4673


The Emily Program 

Specializes in eating disorder awareness, treatment, and lifetime recovery

1.888.364.5977



The Trans Lifeline

A trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive

1.877.565.8860

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