Musical metaphor as a means of therapeutic communication

Author(s): Nugent, William R.

Journal/Book: Journal of Music Therapy. 1979; 16: 149-153.

Abstract: The musical metaphor technique in therapy is described as a blend of 5 communication patterns: music, analogical marking, linguistic patterns, metaphor, and visualization. It is recommended as a powerful method for gaining access to the nondominant hemisphere of the brain and conveying messages to it. It was found effective with 12 clients--athletes, students, and others. (6 ref)

Note: musical metaphor technique; therapeutic communication; clients

Keyword(s): Music therapy; communication

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