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Experiencing Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) as a Traveler

Experiencing Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) as a Traveler

As I’ve written about in previous posts, the past few months of my life have been filled with change. While I can always talk about my life with friends or family, I felt like I needed a new approach to […]

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Is Music Therapy Taking Over My Life?

Is Music Therapy Taking Over My Life?

I moved to Portland, Oregon six weeks ago solely for a job. When I first got here I didn’t know anyone and I hadn’t visited before, but now my new city and life are starting to feel familiar. I’ve memorized […]

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Four New Year’s Resolutions for Music Therapists

Another new year, another list of resolutions to be forgotten new week, right? Not this year. Below are four ideas to benefit your music therapy practice for yourself, your clients, and the field. No guilt required. 1. Get Involved While […]

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Self-Care for Introverts

Self-Care for Introverts

Self care can become a buzzy word these days. At every music therapy conference, there’s guaranteed to be a handful of sessions that promise the secrets to self-care and preventing burnout. I’ve found myself avoiding these sessions because of the […]

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15 Ideas for Music Therapy Maintenance

Living in the midwest, I start to grow weary of the sub-freezing temperatures and wind chill about the end of February. This weekend, I took time to do some deep “winter cleaning” as a way to get myself out of […]

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Balancing Time

Starting my full time job in 2012, I felt I had finally arrived. I was self-sufficient, earning money, and finally had insurance! Being employed also made me re-think how I spent my time. Being paid to provide music therapy was […]

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