Music and Emotion Regulation Infographic

Music and Emotion Regulation Infographic

I don’t know about you,  but sometimes I learn best by visually organizing information. Here’s an infographic inspired by a Journal of Music Therapy article by Kimberly Sena Moore.  

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Film Scores and Older Adults

I’ve had a love for film music since high school and hearing the opening suite from The Holiday. The movie wasn’t outstanding, but the music captured me emotionally. Film music works on this non-verbal, often subconscious level to express emotionally […]

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Three Tips for the Non-Singer

Before I became a music therapist, I thought there was no hope for me as a singer. My primary instrument before college was piano. I pushed a key and the right note always came out. Singing did not prove so easy. […]

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Close to Home

I never expected my routines to change so much since becoming a music therapist. Every morning, I’m adamant about applying sunscreen and when I catch myself slumping, I immediately sit up straight. I’ve taken up journaling and go to concerts […]

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Three Reasons Salary Negotiation is Critical for Music Therapists

As the season of commencements comes to a close, job searching for new graduates is revving up. As a new music therapy professional, just securing a position can seem daunting. While on the job hunt, don’t be intimidated by negotiating! Here are […]

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What’s My Next Professional Step?

Coming home at the end of the day has gotten a little boring. I get off my shift at 4:30pm, turn on the car radio (always a toss-up between NPR and the Top 40’s), and drive the 35 minutes to […]

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