Meet Steph
Steph is a dedicated Arts Therapist and Dance Educator with extensive experience across community health, not-for-profit organizations, disability, and the arts. She has worked extensively with individuals of all ages, including those on the autism spectrum, living with an ABI and people of all abilities and needs. Her work is deeply informed by a strong interest and study in child psychology, believing in the importance of early intervention as a pathway for adaptation, self-discovery, and healing.
With over a decade of experience in dance for health, education, and well-being, Stephanie has worked as a dance teacher, program educator, and Expressive Arts Therapist in private practice. Her approach is client-centered and humanistic, ensuring that each individual is seen as a whole person beyond their challenges. Through arts-based therapy, she provides a space where creative expression becomes a voice for those who may struggle to communicate through words.
Steph is passionate about the transformative power of movement and creativity in fostering emotional and psychological well-being. She blends somatic practices and embodiment techniques into her teaching, promoting groundedness and self-awareness. Her expertise spans multiple dance styles, including ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, tap, theatrical, commercial hip-hop, heels, salsa, and bachata, making her a versatile and dynamic educator.
Her work with individuals and families is deeply rewarding, as she strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Whether through arts therapy or dance education, Stephanie remains committed to empowering others through movement, creativity, and self-expression.
Registration with ANZACATA (Australian NewZealand Creative Arts Therapy), BA Arts Psychotherapy
Meet the instructors
Steph Cuce
Steph began dancing at the age of three, developing a deep passion for movement that led her to train across multiple dance styles. She dedicated herself to competitive dance in her early years before advancing into elite-level training. Throughout her career, she has worked professionally in the industry, collaborating with various dance groups and communities across Melbourne. She has also produced and directed contemporary dance works, showcasing her creative vision. Today, Steph channels her artistry into salsa, continuing to refine her craft and share her love for dance. Registration with ANZACATA (Australian NewZealand Creative Arts Therapy), BA Arts Psychotherapy
Esperanza Rimando
Esperanza is from Garamilla/Northern Territory and the Philippines, where she trained in multicultural and contemporary dance. She has worked with Asia-Pacific, Migrant and Indigenous Australian dance groups, dance companies and communities. Esperanza is a registered Somatics Dance movement therapist and founder of Somatic and Movement therapy Melbourne. Esperanza’s movement interests lie in our humanness, predictability, now-ness, belongingness, and the idea that movement exists to connect and nourish.
Laura Isabella Green
Laura has a deep passion for both dancing and teaching jazz. In her classes, she prioritizes good technique to create a safe and supportive environment where dancers can learn and thrive in their training. Laura is a versatile and dynamic performer whose extensive credits highlight their talent and dedication to dance. A standout in the TOP 100 on So You Think You Can Dance, Laura has performed across diverse stages including ROVE LIVE on Network 10 and with Windmill Theatre Co. on productions such as Chicago, where they captivated audiences as the ‘Liz’ Murderess (Pop) and a featured dancer. They have also performed with PLOS in The Boy from Oz (Ensemble) and Intertwined Dance Company in The Thread, alongside appearances in shows at Melbourne’s Midsumma Festival.