Music Therapy Handbook
Music Therapy Handbook by Barbara L. Wheeler, published by Guilford Publications on November 2, 2016, is a comprehensive resource that explores the field of music therapy. This reprint edition spans 507 pages and is presented in English. The book offers an in-depth overview of music therapy, covering fundamental concepts and emerging clinical approaches, supported by rich case material.
Readers will find expert reviews of various therapeutic foundations, including psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and developmental perspectives. The text describes significant techniques such as the Nordoff-Robbins model and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. Additionally, it examines clinical applications of music therapy for both children and adults, addressing topics like autism spectrum disorder, school interventions, brain injury, and trauma. This authoritative resource is designed for music therapists and also serves as a guide for other mental health and medical professionals interested in the therapeutic use of music.
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Rich with case material, this groundbreaking volume provides a comprehensive overview of music therapy, from basic concepts to emerging clinical approaches. Experts review psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and developmental foundations and describe major techniques, including the Nordoff-Robbins model and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. An expansive section on clinical applications examines music therapy with children and adults, as well as its recognized role in medical settings. Topics include autism spectrum disorder, school interventions, brain injury, and trauma. An authoritative resource for music therapists, the book also shows how music can be used by other mental health and medical professionals. The companion website features audio downloads illustrative of the Nordoff-Robbins model.
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