Music Therapy · A Fieldwork Primer by Borczon, Ronald M. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Image Title Page Copyright & Permissions Dedication Acknowledgments Table of Contents Chapter 1: Attributes of a Music Therapist

Why Are You in Music Therapy? Qualities Defined by the American Music Therapy Association Additional Attributes Summary References

Chapter 2: The Fieldwork Learning Process

Basic Considerations in the Placement Process Professional Conduct Roles Things to Remember The First Encounter Summary References

Chapter 3: Clinical Process

Referral Assessment Treatment Plan Goals and Objectives Treatment Summary

Chapter 4: Data Collection

The Purpose of Data Collection Data Collection Methods of Documentation Descriptive Words and Phrases Some General Guidelines Summary

Chapter 5: How to Plan and Implement Music Experiences

Music and the Human Condition How to Utilize Music for Therapy The Functions of Music Classification of Music Therapy Practices Planning the Music Therapy Experience Summary References

Chapter 6: Talking as an Intervention

Verbal Techniques Opposition Can Be Conscious or Unconscious When in Doubt, Focus on the Feeling Notice When a Metaphor Is Being Used What the Body Is Really Saying Avoid Trying to Solve the Client’s Problems Giving Instructions How to Bring Closure to a Session Summary References

Chapter 7: What We Learn from Clients

Expect the Unexpected Be Careful of Labeling People Desire Acknowledgment Be Acutely Aware of Agendas (Behavior Is Purposeful) KISS—Keep It Simple, Students Modify Your Actions to Create Trust and Security The Client Can Guide You into What Is Needed Adjust the Treatment Approach for Each Client Motivation Is Individualized Communication Happens on Many Different Levels Look for the Smallest Response People Show Incredible Joy In Actual Music-Making If the Flow Is Appropriate, Go with It—Don’t Be Tied to Rigidity Be Carefully Aware of Your Emotions Being “Triggered” by the Client Certain Clients Can and Will Manipulate You Respect the Physical Space of Your Client Be Aware of Flying Drumsticks Adapt the Pace of Your Session to Your Client(s) Know Your Client’s Potential Know About the Staff And How They React to Your Sessions Something Special Is Happening Summary

Chapter 8: Intervention Strategies for the Difficult Client

Situations and Approaches Summary

Chapter 9: Beginning to Build your Style

Find a Mentor Observe Experience Reflect Summary Reference

Chapter 10: Getting the Most from Supervision

The Necessity of Supervision The Supervisory Relationship Common Ground Uncommon Ground Supervision Style Mode of Supervision—Live vs. Video Making Feedback Work for You Self-Critique and Self-Evaluation Working Through Problem Areas Internship Considerations Professional Considerations Summary References

Chapter 11: Final Thoughts