Sometimes the worst mistake you can make when advocating for music therapy is bringing up music therapy. What?! While that seems totally counterintuitive, it all comes down to the idea of reacting versus responding. When someone (a client, a family member, a support staff,…
As music therapy professionals, most of us have encountered situations in our workplaces where staff, administrators, or caregivers make us powerless or less qualified. WRONG! Music therapists are leaders in healthcare and nobody knows our modality better than we do. In the video below,…
Just like in therapy, the results you get are directly impacted by the relationships you build. Relationships in the fundraising world happen in two ways: direct and indirect. The direct relationships are those rare gems of moments where a decision maker is directly impacted…
I made a guest appearance on the Music Therapy Chronicles podcast last week! Listen on your drive, or while doing dishes or laundry. (I do podcasts during laundry – makes it so relaxing!) And learn the story of how Music Therapy Ed today serves…
The only thing standing between you and your dream job might be one perfectly executed cold call. No pressure, right? We have your back, you fearless leader in healthcare! Use the template below to craft a polished, poised, evidence-packed call that will leave any…
Have you ever completed a required training at work, written a song for a client, taken CPR training, or written an essay for a project, and thought “Can I count this for CMTEs?” STOP IN YOUR TRACKS, and fill out…
After the drum circle experience is your best opportunity for a music therapy moment. Here is your chance. Stop and create a reflection, metaphor, or insight. Ask a very targeted question that creates a metaphor. Learn how Christine masterfully does…
Watch how Christine Stevens, MSW, MT-BC, wears her body drums to facilitate drum circles. You’ll learn basic technique for body drums and how to create a groove for your clients. Also, she covers what you should NEVER do when you…
What we know from the research is that rhythm primes the motor system. Think about all the different domains of applications of drumming in your work. Remember that even the person who refuses to play? Look down! Maybe their toe is…
