What is Music Therapy?Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional (MT-BC).
Music therapists assess emotional well-being, physical health, social functioning, communication abilities, and cognitive skills through musical responses; design music sessions for individuals and groups based on client needs using music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, instrument play, lyric discussion, movement, music performance, and more. MT-BC's also participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, ongoing evaluation, and follow-up. Music therapists complete a 4-year degree in music therapy or equivalency in music therapy, complete a 6-9 month AMTA-approved internship, and have passed the Board Certification Exam in Music Therapy to receive the credential MT-BC. Music therapists not only have extensive training in all aspects of music, but also study biology, anatomy and physiology, psychology, special education, behavioral sciences, and counseling. Many also complete a Master's Degree Program http://www.musictherapy.org http://www.azmta.org |
Music Therapists Work in a Variety of Settings and with All Ages and Needs:
Music Therapy is Goal Directed
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