McFerran, Katrina, 1972-

Adolescents, music and music therapy : methods and techniques for clinicians, educators and students / Katrina McFerran ; foreword by Tony Wigram. - London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2010. - 304 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Taking a systematic look at the literature -- The real deal on how to work with adolescents -- What is healthy adolescence and how does music help? -- Using existing songs -- Writing original songs -- Group improvisation -- Individual improvisations -- Community music therapy -- Four brief approaches to grief -- Preparing for performances.

The author presents an empowering approach to music therapy with adolescents that places the therapist in a collaborative relationship with the individual or group. A range of strategies are explored, including song sharing and improvisation.

9781849050197 (alk. paper) 1849050198 (alk. paper)

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Music therapy for teenagers.
Teenagers--Mental health.

ML 3920 / .M315 2010