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Dr. Linda Hamilton

Former New York City Ballet dancer Linda Hamilton, Ph.D., is a psychologist in private practice, the author of Advice for Dancers (Jossey-Bass) and co-author of The Dancer's Way: The New York City Ballet Guide to Mind, Body, and Nutrition (St. Martin's Griffin). Her website is drlindahamilton.com.

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Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jul 31, 2019

Surgery for Better Flexibility? Not Worth It.

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jul 28, 2019

How to Find a Psychologist Who Can Help Improve Your Performance

Retiring From the Stage and Looking for a Second Career? You Have Lots of Options.

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jul 27, 2019

Tips for Getting Rid of Seasonal Depression

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jul 20, 2019

My Boyfriend Left Me for Another Dancer in the Company. Now What?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jul 09, 2019

3 Tips for Fighting Performance Anxiety

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jun 26, 2019

Bruised Toenails? Try These Podiatrist-Approved Tips

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jun 18, 2019

Can I Lose My Contract If I Get Pregnant?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
May 21, 2019

A Quick Vacation Can't Always Save Dancers From Burnout. Here's Why

Dr. Linda Hamilton
May 15, 2019
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Dr. Linda Hamilton
Apr 17, 2019

Bob Fosse Asked Dancers to Strip Down in the '70s—But Would that Fly Today?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Apr 09, 2019

Injured? How Crying Can Help the Recovery Process

Should You Still Go to the Studio If You're Feeling Sick?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Mar 19, 2019

How to Return to the Stage After a Staph Infection

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Feb 13, 2019

So You're Hypermobile. Here's How Pilates Might Help

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Feb 06, 2019

Where's Front? Tips for Not Getting Turned Around Onstage

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jan 22, 2019

You Might Practically Live at the Theater, but Your Dating Life Isn't Doomed

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jan 15, 2019

Can Studio Stress Affect Weight Loss?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jan 08, 2019

I Hate Promoting Myself on Instagram. Will That Hurt My Job Chances?

Dr. Linda Hamilton
Jan 01, 2019