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What is Art Therapy?
Art Therapy is the use of creative techniques such as drawing, painting, coloring, mixed media, etc. to help with psychological disorders and enhance mental health. With the guidance of a credentialed art therapist, individuals can explore the use of art, whether it is viewing or creating it, to better understand their emotions and feelings, develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and develop social skills.
Art therapists What to Look for in an Art TherapistAn art therapist has the minimum of a master’s degree, generally from an integrated program in psychotherapy and visual arts at an educational institution accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The initials ATR after a therapist’s name means he or she is registered with the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB). The initials ATR-BC means the therapist is not only registered but has passed an examination to become board-certified by the ATCB.
When It's UsedArt therapy helps children, adolescents, and adults explore their emotions, improve self-esteem, manage addictions, relieve stress, improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, and cope with a physical illness or disability. Art therapists work with individuals, couples, and groups in a variety of settings, including private counseling, hospitals, wellness centers, correctional institutions, senior centers, and other community organizations. No artistic talent is necessary for art therapy to succeed, because the therapeutic process is not about the artistic value of the work, but rather about finding associations between the creative choices made and a client's inner life. The artwork can be used as a springboard for reawakening memories and telling stories that may reveal messages and beliefs from the unconscious mind.
Music Therapy is an established health profession through which music is used as an effective tool for behavioral, emotional, psychological, and cognitive change. Music therapists have substantial college-level education and supervised clinical training experience in the ability to use music as its own format for assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
New Definition of Music Therapy from the World Federation of Music Therapy:“Music therapy is the professional use of music and its elements as an intervention in medical, educational, and everyday environments with individuals, groups, families, or communities who seek to optimize their quality of life and improve their physical, social, communicative, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual health and wellbeing. Research, practice, education, and clinical training in music therapy are based on professional standards according to cultural, social, and political contexts” (WFMT, 2011).
Music Therapy and Training:
Music therapists are required to complete an accredited degree program which includes courses in music therapy, music, and the behavioral/health sciences. While taking courses, upper division students perform supervised music therapy fieldwork in schools and community programs. Following completion of academic coursework, music therapists must complete clinical training from an approved program before sitting for the national board certification exam. The Certification Board for Music Therapists then grants the MT-BC (Music Therapist- Board Certified) credential to those who successfully pass the exam.
Music Therapy Services Offered:
- Individual music therapy sessions for adults or children
- Group music therapy sessions for adults or children
- Bedside music therapy for hospitals or living facilities
- Community-based music therapy programs
- Community workshops
- Staff training/in-services
Goal areas addressed in music therapy:
- Socialization
- Psychosocial/Mental Health
- Communication
- Motor
- Cognitive/Sensory Integration
- Supplemental
- Emotional Support
- End of Life Support
- Self-Expression
- Improving Coping Skills
- Self-Esteem
- Reality Orientation
- Pain Management
- Anxiety Management
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Studies have shown that music therapy is beneficial for:
- Early intervention (Children ages 0-3 years)
- Children with Developmental Disabilities (Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, etc.)
- Children with Behavioral/Emotional/Social Disorders (ADHD, Attachment Disorder, etc.)
- Childbirth/Pregnancy
- Adults with Developmental Disabilities
- Adults with Behavioral/Emotional/Social Disorders
- Mental Health
- Adult Learning
- Outpatient/Inpatient Medical Settings
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation
- Memory Care
- Alzheimer's/Dementia
- Restorative Care
- Activities of Daily Living
- Hospice/Palliative Care
- Grief/Bereavement
- Eating Disorders
Music Therapy at Work
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"Shriners Hospitals for Children-Northern California is grateful to music therapist, Ronni Paine, and underwriting sponsor, The Taylor Family Foundation for demonstrating the limitless power of music to help heal and inspire children. Additional thanks to Little Wishes and hospital volunteer, Keith Teeters ."
"Join ABC7's Cheryl Jennings as ABC7 explores the power and medical benefits of music." (air date November 26, 2017)!
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"What a way to celebrate a victory! Our music therapist, Ronni Paine MT-BC is doing amazing work as part of the treatment team at Shriners helping children cope with pain, providing emotional support, and co-treating with the other rehabilitation therapies at Shriners Hospital in Sacramento, CA. Keep up the great work! Music makes a difference!"