Arts Therapies
Arts therapies is one of the areas in which we are publishing most actively, internationally. The books described below cover both theory and practice, and are intended for the professional therapist as well as students and researchers.
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Music Technology in Therapeutic and Health Settings
There is a rapidly emerging and developing area of music therapy practice that uses electronic music technologies in a range of therapeutic and clinical settings to help clients with complex needs. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this edited volume explains cutting edge technologies and how to apply these tools in practice. more »
September 2013, Paperback: £27.99/ $45.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-273-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 400pp
Keywords: adults, augmentative communication, autism, brain injury, children, communication, health care, intellectual disabilities, music therapy, occupational therapy, older people, palliative care, psychiatry, psychology, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, teenagers
A Manual of Dynamic Play Therapy
Helping Things Fall Apart, the Paradox of Play
Children experience growth and change throughout their lives. This book explains how this reorganising process can be used in play therapy to help children dealing with social, neurological, developmental, health and family issues. Theory and examples are used to show how to apply the practice with a range of clients. more »
2012, Paperback: £18.99/ $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-879-7, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: anger management, anxiety, attachment, autism, bereavement, challenging behaviour, child development, child psychiatry, child psychology, children, counselling, emotions, expressive therapies, grief, intellectual disabilities, messy play, parenting, play, play therapy, relationships, social care, teenagers, trauma
Story Drama in the Special Needs Classroom
Step-by-Step Lesson Plans for Teaching through Dramatic Play
Dramatic play can be applied to a diverse range of school subjects and recreational settings and is guaranteed to enhance students' learning and encourage artistic expression. Lesson plans take teachers through every aspect of running fun and engaging story dramas with ways to adapt them to meet the needs of the inclusive or special needs group. more »
2012, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-859-9, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 160pp
Keywords: autism, children, creativity, dramatherapy, education, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, mainstream education, play therapy, sensory stimulation, special education, storymaking
Voicework in Music Therapy
Research and Practice
Compiling a wealth of international evidence-based practice, this book offers detailed descriptions of clinical methods that are grounded in research. Chapters are grouped into structured and unstructured approaches for use with clients of all ages. This book will be invaluable for any student, practitioner or researcher exploring voicework. more »
2011, Paperback: £29.99/ $49.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-165-1, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 368pp
Keywords: arts therapies, autism, community care, creative therapies, dementia, health care, intellectual disabilities, mental health, music therapy, palliative care, psychology, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy, trauma
Group Music Activities for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
This versatile collection of 100 group music activities is the perfect sourcebook to provide insight to music therapists, and inspiration to those familiar with working with adults but in need of fresh ideas. Each activity is developed with clear goals and instructions, and includes easy adaptations to suit a wide range of ability levels. more »
2011, Paperback: £25.99/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-857-5, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 176pp
Keywords: adults, autism, communication, disability, Down's syndrome, intellectual disabilities, music therapy, occupational therapy, pervasive developmental disorder, psychology, residential care, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy
Promoting Social Interaction for Individuals with Communicative Impairments
Making Contact
The book presents approaches to nurturing communicative abilities in people with a communication impairment. It looks at a range of approaches, including intensive interaction, co-creative communication, sensory integration and music therapy, for people with a wide range of impairments including autism and dementia. more »
2008, Paperback: £17.99/ $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-539-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, child protection, child psychology, communication, intellectual disabilities, music therapy, occupational therapy, older people
Let's All Listen
Songs for Group Work in Settings that Include Students with Learning Difficulties and Autism
Lloyd brings together 46 songs composed or adapted for use with children with communication problems. She suggests how each song can be used to encourage communication and social interaction, and lists a range of possible objectives for each one. She demonstrates how musical activity can be adapted to the specific needs of individual students. more »
2007, Paperback: £24.99/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-583-1, 279.4mm x 216mm / 11in x 8.5in, 144pp
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, communication, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, music therapy, occupational therapy, special education, speech and language therapy
Drama Therapy and Storymaking in Special Education
This practical resource book for professionals covers the broad spectrum of students attending special needs schools. Paula Crimmens places therapeutic storymaking within the context of drama therapy and offers practical advice on how to structure and set up sessions to be compatible with special needs learning environments. more »
2006, Paperback: £18.99/ $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-291-5, royal, 208pp
Keywords: ADD, Asperger syndrome, autism, child development, dramatherapy, intellectual disabilities, psychodrama, special education, storymaking
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