Music Therapy

Betsey King, MMT, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist who began her practice more than twenty years ago. She has an undergraduate degree in violin performance from the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music and a masters degree in Music Therapy from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. She spent eight years as the music therapist at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, and eight years working with children with special needs in both special education and in private practice. In 2000, she moved into university teaching and has trained music therapy students at Southern Methodist University and the University of Kansas. In 2006, she joined the faculty of Nazareth College in Rochester, New York. Betsey speaks and leads workshops throughout the United States, and is the co-owner and co-author for Prelude Music Therapy Products.

• IntroductionAbout the AuthorAcknowledgementsHow to Use This BookPart I: What is Music Therapy?Important NotesMusic Therapy IsMusic Therapy is PrescribedA Qualified Music TherapistThe Relationship that DevelopsThe Music in Music TherapyTo Assist or MotivateAchieving Non-Musical GoalsA Music Therapist Works as Part of a TeamSummaryPart II: Nine Therapeutic Characteristics of Music1. Music Captivates and Maintains Attention2. Music Structures Time3. Music is Success-Oriented4. Music Provides a Safe Place to Practice Social Skills5. Music Makes Repetition and Memorization Enjoyable6. Music Lets Children Control Their Environment7. Music Can Create or Emphasize a Routine8. Music Can Reflect and Adapt to Each Individual9. Music is MovablePart III: Music Therapy ServicesReferences

Very upbeat and keeps you interested! Good ideas for classroom and therapy. I like how it helps with memorization of skills!"—Teache