Music Therapy
We publish actively in both the theory and practice of music therapy, as well as the related disciplines of art therapy, dramatherapy, dance and movement therapy, storymaking, and play therapy. Titles cover work with a range of client groups, from a range of theoretical perspectives, including work with people with learning disabilities, and with people suffering loss. Music therapy is also covered in titles on our interdisciplinary arts therapies page, and its use in forensic settings in books in the Forensic Focus series.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Music Therapy
Theory, Clinical Practice, Research and Training
Tony Wigram, Inge Nygaard Pedersen and Lars Ole Bonde
Music therapists, as in medical and paramedical professions, have a rich diversity of approaches and methods, often developed with specific relevance to meet the needs of a certain client population. This book reflects the many components of such diversity, and is a thoroughly comprehensive guide to accessing and understanding the ideas, theory, research results and clinical outcomes that are the foundations of this field. Providing a detailed insight into the field of music therapy from an international perspective, this book enables the reader to see the complete picture of the multifaceted and fascinating world that is music therapy.
2002, Paperback: £27.50/ $46.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-083-6, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 384pp
Keywords: counselling, music therapy
The Tzolkin Trilogy
Yidaki music for sound therapy
The didgeridoo, or yidaki, is one of the most ancient musical instruments on Earth. The Tzolkin Trilogy showcases the primal sound of the didgeridoo as it has never before been heard, in three original compositions, based on the Mayan calendar. This unique sound has been shaped and developed into a form that can act as a tool for healing and spiritual awakening. Using the Traditional Chinese... more »
May 2012, Compact Disc: £20.82 + VAT = £24.98/ $35.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-108-2, 9000pp
Arts Therapies in Schools
Research and Practice
This book outlines the potential uses of music, art, drama and dance movement therapies in educational settings, and the contribution they have to make to the emotional and social development of children and adolescents. Drawing on international evidence, the book outlines a wide range of applications of arts therapies across a range of settings. more »
2009, Paperback: £24.99/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-633-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 288pp
Keywords: art therapy, arts therapies, creative therapies, creative writing as therapy, dance and movement therapy, dramatherapy, educational psychology, expressive therapies, music therapy, special education
Fuzzy Buzzy Groups for Children with Developmental and Sensory Processing Difficulties
A Step-by-Step Resource
This resource has been devised to address the needs of children with sensory processing difficulties and development delay in specialist and inclusive settings. It contains everything you need to run a Fuzzy Buzzy group: from advice for choosing sensory food and drink to tips for involving parents in the group and sourcing sensory materials. more »
2009, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-966-2, 279.4mm x 216mm / 11in x 8.5in, 96pp
Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, education, inclusive classroom, music therapy, occupational therapy, sensory issues, special education
The Theory and Practice of Vocal Psychotherapy
Songs of the Self
This book demonstrates the enormous possibilities for personal change and growth using a new, voice-based model of psychotherapy where the sounds of the voice are expressed, listened to and interpreted in order to access unconscious aspects of the self and retrieve memories, images and feelings from the past. more »
2009, Paperback: £22.50/ $45.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-878-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: music therapy, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy
Connecting through Music with People with Dementia
A Guide for Caregivers
This user-friendly book demonstrates how even simple sounds and movements can engage people with dementia, promoting relaxation and enjoyment. All that's needed to succeed is a love of music, and a desire to gain greater communication and interaction. The book provides practical advice on using music and includes a songbook of popular song choices. more »
2009, Paperback: £14.99/ $23.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-905-1, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 144pp
Keywords: counselling, dementia, music therapy, older people, palliative care, psychiatry, social work
Music Therapy and Traumatic Brain Injury
A Light on a Dark Night
Gilbertson and Aldridge demonstrate how music therapy can be used to attend to the holistic, rather than purely functional, needs of people affected by severe head trauma. This book will give clinicians key notes for practice and a vision of the integral role music therapy can have in the successful rehabilitation from brain injury. more »
2008, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-665-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp
Keywords: brain injury, health care, music therapy
Music Therapy with Children and their Families
The contributors describe their approaches to family work with different client groups. Their experiences demonstrate that involving the family in a child's music therapy can be beneficial for everyone, and that it is possible to address relationship issues within the family as part of the treatment. more »
2008, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-581-7, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: child protection, child psychology, families, music therapy
Integrated Team Working
Music Therapy as part of Transdisciplinary and Collaborative Approaches
The authors explain the development of the music therapist's role within the multidisciplinary team and discuss the prevalence of collaborative partnerships between UK music therapists and other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, physiotherapists and other arts therapists. more »
2008, Paperback: £25.00/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-557-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 240pp
Keywords: arts therapies, interdisciplinary arts therapies, music therapy, occupational therapy, psychosis, psychotherapy, 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/ $29.95
ISBN: 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
Melody in Music Therapy
A Therapeutic Narrative Analysis
Gudrun Aldridge and David Aldridge explore the concept of melody within its historical context and investigate current theories of melody. They make recommendations for choosing an appropriate method of analysing melodic improvisation, and utilise case studies to demonstrate these analyses in practice. more »
2008, Paperback: £22.95/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-755-0, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 344pp
Keywords: counselling, music therapy, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy
The Individualized Music Therapy Assessment Profile
IMTAP
The IMTAP is an in-depth assessment protocol developed by a team of six experienced music therapists. Designed for use in pediatric and adolescent settings, it provides a clear profile of each client over time. The accompanying CD-ROM allows the therapist to store client details, and to create charts showing progress and areas to work on. more »
2007, Paperback: £47.99/ $90.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-866-5, 279.4mm x 216mm / 11in x 8.5in, 192pp
Keywords: adolescence, music therapy
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/ $39.95
ISBN: 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
Microanalysis in Music Therapy
Methods, Techniques and Applications for Clinicians, Researchers, Educators and Students
The contributors to this groundbreaking book look at methods of micro process analyses used in a variety of music therapy contexts, both clinical and research-based. They outline their methods and also give examples of the practical application of microanalysis from their clinical experience. more »
2007, Paperback: £25.00/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-469-8, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 328pp
Keyword: music therapy
Receptive Methods in Music Therapy
Techniques and Clinical Applications for Music Therapy Clinicians, Educators and Students
This practical book describes the specific use of receptive (listening) methods and techniques in music therapy clinical practice and research, including relaxation with music for children and adults, the use of visualisation and imagery, music and collage, song-lyric discussion, vibroacoustic applications, music and movement techniques. more »
2006, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-413-1, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 288pp
Keywords: counselling, education, music therapy
Interactive Music Therapy in Child and Family Psychiatry
Clinical Practice, Research and Teaching
This book outlines the rationale for using music therapy in child and family psychiatry. The author reflects on research methodology and describes characteristics of her own approach to therapy, including how to start and end the session, how to motivate children and establish a positive musical dialogue with them, and how to include parents. more »
2006, Paperback: £19.99/ $31.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-444-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: child psychiatry, child psychology, families, music therapy, psychology, psychotherapy
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- adolescence,
- adults,
- anthropology,
- art therapy,
- arts therapies,
- Asperger syndrome,
- autism,
- bereavement,
- brain injury,
- child development,
- child protection,
- child psychiatry,
- child psychology,
- children,
- communication,
- counselling,
- creative therapies,
- creative writing as therapy,
- dance and movement therapy,
- death,
- dementia,
- depression,
- disability,
- dramatherapy,
- eating disorders,
- education,
- educational psychology,
- expressive therapies,
- families,
- grief,
- group psychotherapy,
- health care,
- inclusive classroom,
- intellectual disabilities,
- interdisciplinary arts therapies,
- mental health,
- mental illness,
- music therapy,
- occupational therapy,
- older people,
- palliative care,
- psychiatry,
- psychoanalysis,
- psychodrama,
- psychology,
- psychosis,
- psychotherapy,
- self esteem,
- sensory issues,
- social work,
- special education,
- speech and language therapy,
- spirituality,
- supported living,
- theatre,
- theology,
- trauma
