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We are two music therapists - Cathy Knoll and Dellinda Henry - with over 60 years of professional experience between us. We work with an internet professional - Dwight Knoll - who is dedicated to making our materials readily available. Our mission is to create up-to-date learning experiences to raise the bar on the level of practice of professionals in music therapy and related fields. We focus on providing inexpensive, easy to access, self-study courses to broaden and extend clinical and professional knowledge, skills, and expertise, equipping therapists to maximize the potential and enhance the quality of life of those with whom they work. Take a minute to take a look at our resources, blog, and even free courses! Feel free to contact us with questions or ideas CathyKnoll@MusicWorksPublications.com
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Take a look at these timely tips for therapists:

  • Perseverative, one-sided conversations

    The on-going “stream-of-conscious” talking of some of my friends in group or individual music therapy reveals in dramatic fashion the manner in which these children/teens/adults process all the sights, sounds, smells, words, people, and experiences swirling around them. These perseverative, one-sided conversations can be disruptive or irritating, but, if we listen carefully, we can learn [...]

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  • Music Therapy: seeping into the seams

    For a variety of reasons, it sometimes seems as if teachers, family members, therapists, and others surrounding individuals w/special needs benefit from and “need” music therapy as much, if not more so, than the person officially receiving music therapy services. It is rewarding to work in a profession that seeps into the fabric of rooms [...]

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