Definitions
What is Bruscia's definition of music therapy?
Music therapy is a reflexive process wherein the therapist helps the client to optimize the client’s health using various facets of music experience and the relationships formed through them as the impetus for change.
What are the 3 agents of change in music therapy
Client, Therapist, Music
What are two ways a therapist might practice/develop reflexivity in her work?
Self-observation, Self-inquiry, Collaboration with client, Consultation with others, Supervision
What is it called when music serves as the primary agent for change?
music AS therapy
What are the 3 legs (Gaston) that music therapy stands on?
theory, research, practice
How can a music therapist maintain a well-informed and ethical practice?
staying up-to-date with research, theory, and practices; abiding by clinical and ethical standards; remaining up-to-date on client needs, situation, etc.
What is it called when music is not the primary agent for change, but it's effectiveness depends on the therapist?
Music IN therapy
What are the 4 phases of treatment?
Assessment, Treatment, Evaluation, Termination
What are 2 things a music therapist must consider when selecting music experiences for a client?
client preferences, appropriate level of support, appropriate level of directiveness, indications, contraindications
What is Bruscia's definition of Reflexivity?
the therapist’s efforts to continually bring into awareness, evaluate, and when necessary, modify one’s work with a client -- before, during, and after each session, as well as at various stages of the therapy process
What has the American Music Therapy Association put into place to safeguard the client experience and provide for standardized and effective music therapy practice? (3 separate documents)
Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice & Professional Competencies
What active and ongoing process should music therapists be engaged in which requires consistent reflection and monitoring?
Self-Awareness