Numerous meta-analyses have been conducted on the topic of music and pain, but the latest comprehensive study was published a decade ago. Thus, a more up-to-date, comprehensive review is needed. The aim of this study was to conduct a meta-analysis in order to summarize existing research investigating the effect of music on pain. The present…
Patients experiencing surgery may face anxiety, pain and limited self-government. While live music therapy practices assist other hospitalized patients with these goal-areas, active music therapy is rarely seen in the surgical arena. A recent randomized controlled trial investigated the efficacy of perioperative music therapy and the lead investigator will share how you may continue research…
This presentation will focus on a clinical study exploring the role of music therapy in couple’s therapy. Whereas couple’s therapy is traditionally verbal therapy, this study sought to explore the therapeutic role of music used both non- verbally as well as with verbal processing within couple’s therapy. The presentation will highlight the salient observations from…
Recent advances of neurobiological research have highlighted the role of attachment, reward, music and creativity in supporting people who have experienced adversity. Neuropsychotherapy is an integrated form of psychotherapy based on current neurobiological principles and is practiced by psychologists, psychotherapists and medical practitioners internationally. This presentation will offer insights into the principles of neuropsychotherapy and…
Students, interns, and professionals all share one common stressor, regardless of geographic location or socio-economic status. That stressor is “Change.” It is a constant in the life of a music therapist, and if not understood, it causes distress, burnout, and attrition. In this session, participants will learn a simple, four-step formula for how to manage…
Auditory Processing issues can occur independently, however, they are usually a co-morbid condition often occurring with autism, brain injury, developmental disabilities, cochlear implant, and neurological impairment. Music therapists often address these issues without intricate knowledge of auditory processing types. This presentation will provide that information so that music therapists can be empowered to address auditory…
People with late-stage dementia are often very difficult to reach. Music therapists have at their disposal a powerful tool to help in communicating with such people. Music therapists’ use of patient-preferred, familiar music, combined with close observation of patient behavior and response during music interventions, can make for experiences that are both meaningful and positively…
This proposed presentation will summarize outcome measures for different population, music therapy approaches and interventions utilized, as well as a general description of the session for clinical application such as, frequency, duration, interventions performed, session design, population, equipment used, and credentials needed.
Abstract: The debilitating effects of problematic moods on music therapy clients undermine a desire for positive life connections. Music 4 Life® Music Medicine Practitioners will share case studies to illuminate the effectiveness of Mood Sequence Formulas™ within music therapy sessions working with anger, anxiety, loss, and depression. Learner Objectives: Participants will be able to identify…
Abstract: The symptoms that come with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias put a considerable strain on relationships between people with dementia and their caregivers. This can cause complications for the person with dementia, as well as secondary health concerns for family caregivers and considerable burnout and turnover among hired caregivers. How can music therapists help? In this presentation, learn…
About the Presenter: Dr. Gerhard Tucek has completed his studies in Applied Cultural Sciences, Action Research, and Social & Cultural Anthropology at the Universities of Klagenfurt and Vienna. At the University of Vienna he received his “Venia Docendi” for Social & Cultural Anthropology. As an Anthropologist, his focus is on medical anthropology. Since 1985 Dr. Tucek worked together with Oruç Güvenç (Turkey) as a pioneer in “Oriental Music Therapy.”…
Abstract: This presentation provides information pertinent addressing the question “What is the process of clinical decision making for music therapists working with parent-child dyads in individual music therapy sessions?”. This represents the literature review conducted as part of the presenter’s dissertation research, through an exploration of the literature on clinical decision making and creativity in…
Abstract: The thesis “Music education and music therapy. Contact surfaces and boundaries.”, that was released at the MDW 2010, discusses the similarities and differences of music education and music therapy. For the first time the Austrian Music Therapy Act was used for scientific research and thereby clarity is given for all people employed in these…
Abstract: Phonic and aphonic “Voice” (Lemoine, 1977) begin with the primal cry as a call seeking response. The aphonic cry (of the autistic) stands for a cry with or without any sound, which is not addressed to anyone. In the music therapy lingual relationship the therapist listens and responds to the aphonic cry of the…
Abstract: Relocating music therapy practice can be both exciting and nerve wrecking. Do you have what you need to successfully establish your practice? This presentation will help you identify the core elements of beginning your new music therapy journey in the new territory, including advocating the profession accurately and effectively, understanding the potential market and…
Abstract: Music therapy has become an integral psychosocial intervention in pediatric hospitals worldwide, enabling patients and their families to build resilience via a range of creative activities and coping strategies. Case vignettes, with audio/video recordings, will demonstrate the integration of traditional music therapy techniques, digital technologies, and other creative interventions to achieve therapeutic goals and…
Abstract: Join experienced Registered Music Therapist and supervisor Natalie Jack on a journey through the ups and downs of life as a professional music therapist. Using an engaging clinical story, this presentation will help you learn about how clinical professional supervision can reduce stress, contribute to your longevity in the field and help make you…
Abstract: The purpose of this presentation is to provide a theoretical basis for the use of music therapy to reduce anxiety and stress for individuals who have dementia. The first part includes descriptions of the mechanisms of stress, anxiety and agitation as they relate to dementia. Both neuroscience applications and person-centered perspectives are included to…
Abstract: This presentation provides an overview of preliminary data from an international 2012 study exploring music therapists’ attitudes regarding the LGBTQ community. Analysis of the results, both qualitative and quantitative, will be presented as well as an overview of LGBTQ best practices in the United States. This research applies not only to daily clinical practice,…
Abstract: Music therapy is becoming increasingly popular in Poland. In spite of over 40 years of music therapy development in Poland there is still much to do. We, as countries and regions where music therapy is not yet well established, are struggling with various questions and problems. This presentation will illustrate the brief history of…
Abstract: Music therapy assisted childbirth is a rapidly developing and innovative specialty area. This positive growth stimulates a need for clinical competency examination, monitoring, and supervision. Two experienced perinatal music therapists will discuss how peer supervision has helped assess current clinical and ethical issues by identifying areas of personal and professional development. A foundation for…
Abstract: Cognitive skills are often included in the treatment plan of children. We will look at the use of music therapy techniques for outcomes in attention control, executive function, and body control. This presentation will include current research and Neurologic Music Therapy techniques. Learner Objectives: Attendees will learn ways to address cognitive skills in children…
Abstract: The debilitating effects of problematic moods on music therapy clients undermine a desire for positive life connections. Music 4 Life® Music Medicine Practitioners will share case studies to illuminate the effectiveness of Mood Sequence Formulas™ within music therapy sessions working with anger, anxiety, loss, and depression. Learner Objectives: Participants will be able to identify…
Abstract: Becoming bored with your current arsenal of materials? Are your sessions stagnant? Infuse energy into your sessions with novel instruments and objects. If you are having fun, your clients will as well! See and discover novel props, instruments, and resources to engage clients of all ages. Presenters will demonstrate their favorite additions to sessions…
Amy Clements-Cortes, PhD, MT-BC, Music Therapist Accredited, Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery; Heidi Ahonen, PhD, Music Therapist Accredited, Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery; Morris Freedman, MD, Lee Bartel, PhD Abstract: Contemporary science offers new perspectives for using sound stimulation in working with persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s (AD). High ultrasound…
Abstract: Currently in Russia music therapy is not commonly offered among services in social rehabilitation, hospitals, orphanages, hospices, schools or assisted living facilities, there are no standards for music therapy profession, and no degree training program is in effect. Nevertheless, there is a wide spectrum of specialists and organizations using music for therapeutic work with…
Michael H Thaut received his masters and PhD in music from Michigan State University with a minor in movement science. He also has a degree in music from the Mozarteum Music University in Salzburg/Austria and holds a German Diplom in Psychology and Education. At Colorado State University he is a Professor of Music and a…
Abstract: Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate their new or existing careers in music therapy and explore how to deepen their search for specialized clinical practice models. This discussion will encourage you to explore many different theoretical models and clinical applications of music therapy which you practice or that may resonate with you as…
Abstract: We have little control over the financial health of government budgets; however, we can be proactive in controlling the financial health of our own businesses. Music therapists have distinct core therapeutic skills including attunement, improvisation, and listening that are learnt for and honed in the clinical space; can these skills also be used to…
Abstract: This presentation will discuss three studies that examined the benefits of participating in a choir facilitated by music therapists on health, wellness and successful aging of both cognitively intact adults and adults diagnosed with dementia; as well as the design and results of a sing-a-long DVD study for older adults. The background literature, recruitment,…
