Eighth Note Sessions 2-26-21 Caroline West

Today, music therapist Caroline West joins us in discussion about the history, practices and lessons of one of clinical psychology's most interesting applications.

Anyone who may have wondered why people love music may find it interesting to learn about the scientific applications of music as an indirect way of attaining non-musical goals such as emotional processing and sharpening communication skills, as well as finding joy in the creative process.

COVID has, like with many fields, changed the nature of music therapy - but the work continues in earnest.

If you're interested in helping out, it can be as simple as donating an instrument— find any local music therapists in your area at:

https://www.musictherapy.org/about/find/

Caroline would like to dedicate this interview to increasing advocacy and awareness about the wonderful field of music therapy.