Category Archives: Resources for MTs

Macklemore in Therapy: A Thursday Therapy Tune Artist Highlight

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Each week I have the privilege of working with a group of teenagers in drug and alcohol recovery. Majority of these kids listen to rap and hip hop, and unfortunately many of their favorite artists glorify drug use in their lyrics. … Continue reading

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A Thursday Therapy Tune From Germany

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The Song: Lili Marlene The Artist: Marlene Dietrich One of the best parts of my week is working with my groups at the assisted living facilities here in town. Reminiscence is a big part of our time together, and what … Continue reading

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Musical Christmas Cards

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Christmas cards… they are lovely, and we all enjoy getting them, but what do you do with them when the holidays are over? I have trouble letting them go and always try to reuse them in different creative ways. This year … Continue reading

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The Thanksgiving Tree

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One of my favorite parts of the week is supervising the music therapy students at Drury university in their clinical field work. Not only do I enjoy helping them grow into professionals, I love learning from them along the way as well! … Continue reading

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Thursday Therapy “Thanksgiving” Tunes: Food Favorites!

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and that means it is time for two things: Giving Thanks and Food! Today’s post is focused on the latter. There are numerous songs about food, but when it comes to Thanksgiving these are definitely … Continue reading

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Don’t Let it Scare You! #MusicTherapy Won’t Bite!

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Halloween is just around the corner and I have been up to my eyeballs in music and interventions revolving around this “spooky” holiday. However, even though I have been singing about witches, ghosts and devils, there is not one part of my session … Continue reading

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Beyond the Monster Mash: The Ultimate Halloween Song List!

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If you are wondering what songs to use for your Halloween fun look no further! From the 1900s up to the present, these hit songs cover a wide range of Halloween topics and musical genres. Zombies, Witches, Werewolves and more, … Continue reading

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The Most Versatile Drum You Can Own

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If you were stranded on a desert island and could only have one type of drum what would it be? I know for me, I wouldn’t hesitate to choose the paddle drum! Though I love my djembes and buffalo drums, they … Continue reading

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The Best “Moon” Songs to Sing with #OlderAdults

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There have been so many different types of moons this year! With super moons over the summer, the harvest moon in September, and the most recent blood moon this week, it got me in the mood to sing songs all about … Continue reading

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Utilize that Space! Packing Tips from a Music Therapist

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A  music therapist is no stranger to hauling instruments and carrying heavy loads from session to session. There is always a guitar, sometimes a keyboard, numerous instruments for clients, and music. I have had several years to perfect the art of hauling … Continue reading

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