The use of music in counseling addictive clients

Author(s): Holosko, M., Siegel, S.

Journal/Book: J Alc Drug Educ. 1997; 42: 1120 East Oakland, P O Box 10212, Lansing, MI 48901. Amer Alcohol Drug Information Foundation. 42-52.

Abstract: This article utilizes a broad range of music intervention including prose, poetry, and songs with music, in working with addictive clients to enhance their recovery. After presenting a rationale for the use of music intervention with a variety of client groups, case examples are presented throughout to illustrate how music intervention can be effectively used with addictive clients. Thus, the article fills a distinct void in the music therapy and addictions counseling literature. A social work intervention approach tested over 10 years with a variety of addictive clients in individual and small group settings is presented. It concludes with a list of suggestions to music therapists and counselors working in this field.

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