Self-Paced: Musical Storytelling in Psychotherapy (Taylor’s Version)

Description

Pre-recorded Jan 10, 2025 – 1.5 CEUs

In this 1.5 hour course, participants will delve into the intersection of music and clinical practice. Participants will discover how to harness the power of music as a means of facilitating emotional expression, insight, and healing in therapy sessions by using Taylor Swift’s discography as a guiding example. This course will include evidence-based therapy modalities and practical interventions for integrating music into psychotherapeutic practice.

Instructor:

Dr. Panicha McGuire, LMFT, RPT™ maintains a neurodiversity-affirming practice for children, teens, and young adults. In her role as a Registered Play Therapist™, she offers valuable insights and strategies to assist professionals in honing their skills in a creative way. Dr. Panicha draws upon clinical experience and research-backed approaches to incorporating music into her psychotherapy practice.

Educational Goals:

• Therapeutic Integration of Music: Develop an understanding of how music, especially narrative songs, can be integrated into therapeutic practices to enhance emotional articulation, introspection, and recovery.
• Diversity and Cultural Competence: Understand the importance of diversity and cultural competence in musical selections and the use of music in therapy to ensure relevance and sensitivity to clients’ backgrounds and identities.
• Evidence-Based Application: Explore evidence-based modalities within music therapy and psychotherapy, emphasizing practical interventions for incorporating musical elements into treatment plans.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Participants will be able to identify four methods used in music therapy.
2. Participants will be able to identify at least two evidence-based musical storytelling interventions discussed in the course.
3. Participants will be able to analyze the cultural relevance and diversity considerations in utilizing musical storytelling within therapeutic contexts.
4. Participants will be able to apply musical storytelling to at least one evidence-based modality covered in the course.

FAQ

How will Taylor Swift’s music be incorporated into the CE?

Taylor Swift’s music will serve as examples for illustrating various therapeutic interventions. Participants will learn how to leverage her songs to facilitate client exploration, expression, and healing.

Do I need to be a Swiftie to benefit from this course?

While familiarity with Taylor Swift’s music is helpful, it’s not a prerequisite. The course is designed to provide participants with the necessary tools to incorporate music into psychotherapy effectively, regardless of their musical preferences.

Is there a prerequisite required for attending this course? Do I need to be knowledgeable in music/play therapy?

No, there are no prerequisites for this course. It is designed to be beginner-friendly, welcoming participants who are interested in exploring creative ways to incorporate music into their therapy sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or new to the field, this course offers valuable insights and techniques to enrich your practice with creativity and fun. As an RPT™, I understand the importance of infusing creativity into therapeutic work, and this course reflects that ethos

Will this course fulfill requirements to become a music therapist or registered play therapist™?

No, this course is not certified to fulfill the necessary requirements for becoming a music therapist (MT-BC) or a Registered Play Therapist™. This course will, however, satisfy requirements for license renewal. Questions about CEU programs? Check out our CEU FAQ.