Music Therapy Assessment: Theory, Research, and Application

The need for standardized assessment tools and knowledge of how to integrate assessment into clinical practice is increasing globally, and this comprehensive anthology provides the latest research and clinical practice methods about music therapy assessment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 21 September 2018
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The use of music therapy is on the rise, which necessitates thorough assessment. For teaching, research, and clinical purposes, standardized assessment tools and knowledge of how to integrate assessment into clinical practice are required worldwide.

This comprehensive anthology, compiled by members of the International Music Therapy Assessment Consortium (IMTAC), presents the most recent research and clinical practice methods related to music therapy assessment. By examining the available assessment tools comprehensively, the book covers the major assessment models currently used in clinical practice, providing detailed information on each model's setting, motivation, development, theoretical background, and implementation in a clinical setting.

The book is divided into three sections. The first section provides an overview of assessment models and their applications in music therapy. It discusses the benefits and limitations of each model and highlights the importance of selecting the most appropriate model for a particular clinical situation. The second section focuses on specific assessment tools and techniques, such as clinical interviews, observation, rating scales, and self-report measures. It provides detailed instructions on how to administer and interpret these tools and discusses their reliability and validity. The third section explores the integration of assessment into clinical practice. It discusses the role of assessment in treatment planning, goal setting, and monitoring progress. It also provides examples of how assessment can be used to inform decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of music therapy interventions.

Overall, this book is a valuable resource for music therapists, researchers, and students interested in learning more about music therapy assessment. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field, and its practical insights and recommendations will be useful to practitioners working in a variety of clinical settings.

Weight: 628g
Dimension: 154 x 228 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785922954