There is music and sounds all around us. Some music and sounds can bring us comfort and put smiles on our faces. Other sounds and music can make us feel sad, especially when we associate it with the loss of a loved one. As you can see, music can affect our emotions and mental health. As such, it is the perfect tool to use as part of music therapy for mental health treatment.
According to the American Music Therapy Association, music therapy for mental health is defined as “the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.”
So what exactly does this mean? It means that music therapy uses music in an individual or group counseling setting. A therapist works one-on-one with the individual to determine what types of music and sound would be most appropriate for their mental health and well-being.
For example, if you have a favorite playlist of songs that always makes you want to get up and dance, give you energy, and improve your mood, these songs could be included in your music therapy sessions.
On the other hand, you enjoy listening to the sound of rain or waves crashing on the beach. These sounds help you alleviate stress and anxiety while making you feel calm and relaxed. So, again, your therapist could incorporate these sounds into your personalized music therapy treatment.
Music therapy helps alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression. Music therapy can also help with these conditions:
So, when someone is experiencing any of these problems or conditions, they should consider exploring what music therapy could do for their mental health and well-being.
Several types of music therapy can be used depending on the individual, their preferences, their needs, and other such factors, including:
Music can be quite powerful and affect our emotions and feelings. However, music therapy’s effectiveness depends on the individual’s commitment to participate in their recovery. Music therapy will not be as effective in the following situations:
Whether you are struggling with addiction or a mental health disorder, help is available at Southern Live Oak Wellness in Dunwoody, GA. Music therapy can be a part of your personalized treatment program. For further information or to start music therapy today, contact us today.
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