Sound as symbol: Guided imagery and music in clinical practice. National Association for Music Therapy California Symposium on Clinical Practices (1987, Costa Mesa, California)

Journal/Book: Music Therapy Perspectives. 1989; 6: 7-10.

Abstract: Describes guided imagery and music (GIM) therapy and examines clinical applications, therapist qualifications, and treatment categories. GIM focuses on the conscious use of imagery arising in response to a formal program of relaxation and music in order to promote self-understanding and personal growth. GIM is most effective when used on a one-to-one basis in private practice. GIM may be applied in the treatment of neuroses and depression, in relationship therapy, in the integration of music and art therapies, and with various populations (e.g., psychiatric inpatients, hospice patients). Those least likely to benefit from GIM include clients with psychotic symptoms, neurological impairments, or insufficient ego strength. (PsycLIT Database Copyright 1990 American Psychological Assn, all rights reserved)

Note: Using Smart Source Parsing clinical applications of & thought qualifications & treatment categories for guided imagery & music therapy; conference presentation

Keyword(s): Music therapy; directed reverie therapy; therapist characteristics; clinical judgment not diagnosis; professional meetings and symposia

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