Friday 4/10/15
7:00am-8:00am
State Meetings
8am-9:30am
Plenary
Kat Fulton, MM, MT-BC and GLR Business Meeting part 1
Hiawatha 1 & 2
9:45am-10:45am Sessions
Embedding Music In the Inclusion Classroom
Jessica Lee, MT-BC
Embedding songs into the learning environment can enrich the learning environment in the preschool inclusion classroom. Participants will learn songs for fostering respect for others, facilitate transitions, classroom management, and introduce and reinforce academic concepts. Modifications to the music center may enable a child with a disability to freely explore the rich world of musical play.
W.J. Quinn
Songwriting On The Fly
Rebecca Findley, MM, MT-BC
Songwriting is a skill that music therapists use across populations and settings, but it's also a skill that many feel uneasy about. This presentation offers tips and techniques for songwriting on the spot based on the presenter's experiences as well as idea discussions from the attendees. It will focus on the use of songwriting across various populations with the hope helping participants feel more confident. Specific topics will include: creating a safe environment, songwriting and improvisation and creating a song.
Hiawatha 1
Effect of Music Assisted relaxation Pre-Operative Training on Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Pain and Stress Perception after Spinal Fusion Surgery
Mary Adamek, PhD, MT-BC & K. Nelson
Spinal fusion (SF) for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is one of the most
painful surgeries experienced by adolescents. This presentation will describe the development and use of a music therapy pre-operation video training program designed to help adolescents cope with post-operative pain and anxiety during a live music therapy session.
Hiawatha 2
The Effects of Mood Sequence Formulas ™ on Oncology, PTSD and Addictions: Case Studies
Judith Pinkerton, MT-BC/L and Becky Wellman, PhD, MT-BC/L
The debilitating effects of problematic moods on music therapy clients undermine a desire for positive life connections. Music 4 Life® Music Medicine Practitioners will share case studies to illuminate the effectiveness of Mood Sequence Formulas™ within music therapy sessions working with PTSD, anger, anxiety, loss, and depression.
Hiawatha 3
Seeds for Inspiration: Intervention Ideas to Cultivate Your Adult Client Repertoire
Bernadette Skodack, MT-BC and Kellee Coviak Hansen, MT-BC
This session will focus on intervention ideas for use with adult clinical populations. Participants will experience interventions which the presenters have used with their adult clients and will leave the session with a toolbox of ideas for immediate clinical application.
Hiawatha 2
Drumming 101: Manageable Drum Skills for Everyone
Carolyn Koebel, MM, MT-BC Mike LimBybliw MT-BC
Drumming 101: Manageable Drum Skills for Everyone will provide participants with ample drumming experiences to set the stage for a deeper understanding of translating drum set grooves into hand drumming accompaniment, developing rhythms, and singing along with what we are playing.
Charles Frost
11:00am-12:00pm Sessions
Applications of Flow Theory in Therapeutic Songwriting, Research and Clinical Practice
Michael J. Silverman, PhD, MT-BC
music therapy. The presenter will describe flow and its nine dimensions, the person-activity-fit, highlight flow research results concerning songwriting with adult psychiatric patients, and
W.J. Quinn
Beyond Wheels on the Bus: Songs to Support Children's Development
Jessica Lee, MT-BC
Beyond Wheels on the Bus is designed to provide music therapists with songs, chants, fingerplays, small and large movement, prop, and instrument experiences that they can immediately implement in their work with young children. Areas to be addressed include cognitive, physical, speech, and social-emotional development.
Hiawatha 3
A Closer Look at Evidence-Based Practice for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Music Therapy
Donovan Thakur, BM, MA expected 2015
Initiatives toward an evidence-based practice (EBP) model of music therapy have witnessed an immense growth in research over approximately the last two decades. This presentation will compare recent reports on EBP's for individuals with ASD to current survey research in MT. Considerations for both practitioners and researchers will be given.
Hiawatha 1
Finding Your Voice: Music Therapy for Non-Suicidal Self-Injurious Behaviors
Victoria Storm, MM, MT-BC
Treatment of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) through the expressive therapies focuses on helping patients embrace the arts for improved coping, self-regulation, and recovery. Participants will learn the diagnostic criteria and symptoms of patients presenting with NSSI and how music and the expressive arts therapies fit into the interdisciplinary team. Participants will learn and share therapeutic music experiences that fit within CBT, ACT, and DBT models.
Hiawatha 2
Enhancing Techniques and Expanding Repertoire for Reverie Harp in Lullaby Tuning
David Melbye, MT-BC
The Q-chord and the Reverie Harp can be valuable tools for music therapists. This session will present two simple Q-chord techniques applicable to work with clientele throughout the life span. It will also aid in increasing the therapist's repertoire using the two-chord Lullaby tuning for the Reverie Harp.
A.J. Earling
Sing Me a Story! Using Music to Teach Emergent Literacy Skills
Kathy Odenkirk, MA, BME, MT-BC
Learning to read is critical to a child's future academic success. Will adding the element of music improve the development of emergent literacy skills in preschool/kindergarten-eligible children? This session will attempt to answer that question. Participants are encouraged to bring
their favorite preschool/early reader books to share.
Charles Frost
12pm-1:30pm
Awards Lunch
1:30pm-2:45pm
Exhibit Expo/ Poster Session
3pm-4pm Sessions
Learning to Harmonize: Opportunities
for Music Therapists and Therapeutic Musicians to Collaborate and Cooperate
Angie Snell, MT-BC and Christina Cotruvo, CCM
Interactions between music therapists and therapeutic musicians in healthcare settings can sometimes trigger defensive responses. This session will feature representatives from both groups discussing specific ways to foster cooperation and explore possible collaborative projects. Professional recommendations for facilitating conflict resolution in difficult situations will be offered.
W.J. Quinn
Professional Supervision: A Survey of Current Practices
Alejandra Ferrer, PhD, MT-BC, and Jennifer Yurkovich, MT-BC
For this presentation, self-reported survey data regarding professional supervision practices in music therapy and related disciplines will be shared and discussed. Participants will be exposed to varying levels and models of supervision, and will have the opportunity to discuss the feasibility of implementing these practices in their places of work.
A.J. Earling
Collaboration Station: Working Together to Optimize Patient Care
Carissa Herhuth, MT-BC and Holly Semrow, MT-BC
This interactive presentation highlights the benefits and challenges of collaborating with clinicians. Through sharing of relevant literature and clinical experience, music examples, and group practice, participants will learn how collaboration can optimize patient outcomes.
Charles Frost
The 3 Must-Haves for a Successful Heart-Based Business
Kat Fulton, MM, MT-BC
As music therapists, we are called to be leaders in healthcare AND in business. Learn how to operate your sustainable business with more focus and support than ever. You'll walk away with an Action Plan for immediate implementation.
Hiawatha 1
Honoring the Passage: Clinical and Musical Vignettes from Hospice Music Therapists
Carolyn Koebel, MM, MT-BC David Melbye, MT-BC Laura Pawuk, MM, MT-BC Racheal Lawrence-Lupton, MM, MT-BC Virginia Caldwell-Anderson, MM, MT-BC Louise Dimiceli-Mitran, MA, MT-BC, LCPC, Becky Pansch, MT-BC Christian Nielsen MT-BC Anna Lee Roberts, MT-BC Dawn McDougal Miller, MME, MT-BC Melissa Hirokawa, MM, MT-BC, Elisha Evanko
Join a seasoned collective of music therapists from hospice and palliative care as they take you on an intimate musical journey inside the work. Clinical vignettes will be highlighted by songs and stories that offer a window into the therapist's process and therapeutic presence as we hold sacred space together.
Hiawatha 2
Leveraging Technology and Collaboration: Music, Music Therapists and the Get Well Network
Annie Heiderscheidt, PhD, MT-BC, LMFT; Jason Albrecht, MHCA, CFLS; Sean Blum, MT student; Theresa Bulger, MT Intern; and Kendri Scarborough, MT intern
This presentation will detail a project and the process of bringing music therapist designed music to the advanced technology in a hospital-based setting. Presenters will discuss how the expert skills music therapists possess facilitate this type of project, educate and inform hospital staff and ultimately result in a valuable therapeutic tool for patient care.
Hiawatha 3
4:15pm-5:15pm Sessions
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Increasing Pain Threshold:
A National Institute of Health Study
Pam Christmas Young, MA, MT-BC, NMT, WMTR
Hear the research results of music therapy combined with other forms of wellness to achieve better health. This study was funded by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and facilitated by the University of Wisconsin.
W.J. Quinn
Hospice Family Sessions: What are They and What Do I Do?
Elizabeth Giffin, MT-BC , Gretchen Marble, MT-BC, Becky Pansch, MT-BC NMT Fellow, and Molly Richter, MT-BC
Support for family/caregivers is an integral part of hospice. Experienced hospice music therapists will present case examples of intimate to large group family sessions, intergenerational experiences, and challenging situations. Specific resources will be shared as well as introduction to Ira Byock's book, and approach to end of life processing.
A.J. Earling
Honoring the Process: A Time for Hospice-Themed Community Song Sharing
Carolyn Koebel, MM, MT-BC; David Melbye, MT-BC; and Laura Pawuk, MM, MT-BC
Honoring the Process is a time for reflections & personal sharing for those who work in hospice and palliative care settings. Join presenters for a time of community sharing with colleagues: bring your own musical vignettes and personal stories to the circle to witness and be heard.
Hiawatha 2
Economical Options for Recertification Credits & How to Track Recertification Status Online
Andrea Crimmins, PhD, MT-BC
Completing 100 credits for recertification does not have to break the bank! We will discuss economical ways to obtain credits while advancing your skills and knowledge as a music therapist, and show you how to record your credits and track recertification status online.
Hiawatha 3
Music Therapy, Activities and Memory Care:
Basics, Goals, Interventions
Claire Klein, MT-BC
Learners will understand the basics of dementia, learn common goal areas addressed by both music therapy and non-music therapy interventions with a small group experience, and gain practical knowledge of activities in interactive and lecture formats. Participants will also receive practical information on holding an activity director position.
Hiawatha 1
Current Practices and Challenges for Music Therapy with Adults with
Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Ellen Rayfield LCPC, MT-BC, and Edward T. Schwartzberg, M.Ed,MT-BC
Music therapists have worked with individuals with developmental/intellectually disabilities since the beginning of our profession. There have been many changes in how this population is served and will be challenges as we move forward. Presenters will discuss some current practices in music therapy, review current research, and discuss thoughts for the future directions.
Charles Frost
5pm-6pm
GLR AMTAS (students)
Alexander Mitchell
5:30pm-7pm
Forum: Master's Level Entry
Marry Ellen Wylie, PhD, MT-BC; Ronna Kaplan, MA, MT-BC; and
Angie Snell, MT-BC
Hiawatha 1 & 2
7:30pm-8:30pm
Chant Circle
Barbara Dunn and Jodi Winn Walker
Hiawatha 1 & 2
Saturday 4/11/15
8am-9am Sessions
How GIM Informs Other Music Therapy Work: Influence and Inspiration
Louise Dimiceli-Mitran MA, MT-BC, LCPC, FAMI; Dawn McDougal Miller, MME, MT-BC; and Annie Heiderscheit, PhD, MT-BC, LMFT
A panel of three GIM Fellows will discuss how The Bonny Method of GIM influences, inspires, and informs their other music therapy work. Work in mental health including eating disorders and addictions, medical music therapy including inpatient and outpatient oncology, and hospice will be included. Survey results on this topic will be shared.
A.J. Earling
21,600 Perspectives: A Holistic View of Theory, Practice and Research
Roberta Kagin PhD, MT-BC, and Jana Skrien Koppula, MT-BC
Music therapists often feel the need to adhere to one theoretical perspective to the exclusion of others, and wonder what the "right approach" is for their practice. This presentation will highlight the need for specialization and how there is a kaleidoscope of richness in looking at the sum of its parts.
Hiawatha 1
Here Comes the Sun (Salutations): The Use of Yoga in Music Therapy
Jennifer Hicks, MT-BC
Music therapy and yoga promote similar physical and psychological benefits, improving brain function and reducing stress, anxiety and pain. Join me to experience and learn techniques you can use to intentionally incorporate yoga-based movement in your music therapy sessions with older adults.
Hiawatha 2
Listening Programs: A Path to Cultivating Wellness
Elizabeth Grambsch, MA, MT-BC
An in-depth presentation on how developing and maintaining optimal listening skills is intricately linked to personal well-being and professional growth. The foundational concepts of Dr. Alfred Tomatis will be presented along with the psychophysiological aspects of listening and how listening programs may benefit those looking for a practical and effective path to cultivating wellness.
Hiawatha 3
9:15am-10:15am Sessions
Guitar Institute: Intermediate Guitar Skills: I Know C,A,G,E and D...Now What?
Peter Meyer, MA, MT-BC; Carolyn Koebel, MA, MT-BC; and Destiny Henn
I know the open chords, now what? This workshop will focus on techniques to incorporate into one's playing immediately. Participants will learn how to accompany themselves in several different styles and techniques to add interest to their playing and clinical practice.
A.J. Earling
A Modified Grounded Theory Exploration of Music Therapy and Quality of Life for Hospitalized Adults
Debbie Bates, MMT, MT-BC
Participants will learn the results of a modified grounded theory study, in which experienced music therapists were interviewed about their perceptions of how music therapy affects QoL for adults in hospitals. Do music therapists routinely assess a patient's QoL? How do music therapists determine that music therapy had a positive impact on a patient's QoL? Seven prominent themes were identified and will be presented and discussed.
Hiawatha 1
Related Therapies and Relationships-Where Does Music Therapy Fit?
Jennifer D. Jones, PhD, MT-BC
Music therapists often compare our profession to other related therapies, such as speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, or other creative arts therapies. Should we? How similar is music therapy to rehabilitation therapists? Are we more like psychotherapists? Do we have a unique profession? If so, what are our unique qualities?
Hiawatha 2
Current Issues in Pediatric Hospital Music Therapy
Erinn Frees, MT, MT-BC, NMT; Sarah Woolever, MM, MT-BC, NMT Fellow; and
Kim Arter, MT-BC, NMT
This presentation will include four highlighted areas of discussion in a pediatric hospital setting. The focus will explore how referrals and assessments are made, planning group music therapy sessions in a variable setting, how to grow a program and working with music volunteers.
Hiawatha 3
10:30am-12:00pm
Plenary Session
Speaker: Annie Heiderscheit, PhD, MT-BC, LMFT,
Laura Baker Services Association choir performance, and
GLR Business Meeting, Part II
Hiawatha 1 & 2
11:00am
Exhibit Hall Closes
12:00-1:00pm
Networking/special populations lunch
Hiawatha
12:15pm-1:15pm
Internship Fair
A.J. Earling
1:15pm-2:15pm
Confessions of A First Time Researcher
Cindy Cross, MM, MT-BC
The thesis is the culmination of the Master's in Music Therapy adventure. There are some challenges about which the first-time researcher should be aware. Qualitative research methods can provide the music therapy researcher with an alternative means to tell their story.
Hiawatha 1
Using Group Music Therapy to Foster Social, Communication and Self-Regulation Skills
Todd Schwartzberg, MEd, MT-BC
Music Therapy groups are often used to foster social, communication and self-regulation skills. This presentation will define the commonalities and differences between these characteristics and will explore a myriad of music therapy interventions that can be utilized to foster growth in these areas. Video and live examples will be presented.
Hiawatha 2
Garage Band: Mastering Music on Your iPad, iPhone or iPod
Tyler Hogan, MA, MT-BC, NMT and Christina Whipple, MA, MT-BC
Do you have an iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad? Garageband is a free music suite for Apple devices that can create a variety of sounds. Learners will gain a basic understanding of the app and be given ideas for cognitive, physical, and communication goals in therapy. Bring your devices!
Hiawatha 3
2pm-3:30pm
Bridging with Taiko: A Model for Incorporating Taiko into the DD Setting
Iris Shiraishi, PhD, MT; Jennifer Pelletier, MS, MT-BC; and Maxwell Johnson, student
Taiko drumming is not only a beautiful Japanese art form, but its core elements of self-expression, artistry, strength, and power can easily dovetail many client goal areas. Participants will have the opportunity to explore basic taiko technique, discover its cultural significance, and learn about one specific model for the developmentally disabled population, with practical applications for other populations.
A.J. Earling
2:30-3:30 Sessions
What Do I Do With These Kids? Interventions for Challenging Adolescent Populations
Alyssa Wilkins, BM, MT-BC
Working with challenging adolescent populations can often lead to many nights racking your brain on how to create effective and engaging therapeutic interventions to meet their goals and areas of need. Stop the all-nighters and learn new strategies, based on the latest technology, to engage even your most difficult clients.
Hiawatha 1
Work, Reflection, Connection: The Role of Aesthetic When Philosophy Informs Practice
Erin Fox, MA, MT-BC, Jana Skrien Koppula, MT-BC, and Lindsay Rossmiller, MT-BC
This session will focus on exploring the aesthetic in music therapy practice. Participants will learn more about the importance of Gaston's philosophy of aesthetics and work in small groups to articulate and find connections between themes in their personal philosophies and how these inform and deepen our practice wisdom.
Hiawatha 2
Music Therapy Left You Tongue-Tied: Language to Use When Describing the Work You Do
Jennifer Rook, MT-BC, LCPC
Even the most experienced music therapists find themselves struggling to answer these questions: "What you do for your living?" "What is music therapy?" "How does it work?" Come learn how to improve your elevator speech and feel confident describing your work to a variety of professionals, legislatures and potential clients.
Hiawatha 3
3:45pm-4:45pm Sessions
Across the Spectrum: Different Approaches to Musical Structure with Children with Autism
Laura Brown, PhD, MT-BC
Music therapists use many different approaches when working with children with autism. This presentation will explore varying types of structure in several different music therapy approaches, including improvisation, and prescriptive songwriting. Relevant research will be reviewed and video and live music examples will be presented.
Hiawatha 1
Metaphor and Symbolism in Secular Music for the Dying
Sarah Newberry Donovan,MA, MT-BC; Megan Druckrey, MT-BC; and Erin Fox MA, MT-BC, NMT fellow, GIM Fellow
Presenters will discuss metaphor and symbolism related to dying and how to select meaningful secular music to support our clients of various spiritual or non-religious backgrounds. Participants are invited to join the discussion and will receive a repertoire list of songs for use in end-of-life care.
Hiawatha 2
Making Your Music Therapy Practice Successful: Running Your Administration on a Shoestring
Michelle Lawrence, MM, MTA, MT-BC
Looking for administrative tools to appear more professional with your clients/customers without costing an arm and a leg? Learn about professional applications and programs/software that will make the administration part of your job easier and cheaper than your traditional alternatives.
Hiawatha 3
5pm-6:00pm Sessions
Vision-Action Soundboard: Reflection of Professional Identity and Goals through Music and Images
Emily Sevcik, MT-BC
Awareness and development of professional identity is important at all stages of a career. This presentation will highlight research on the professional identity of music therapists and discuss how to create a vision-action soundboard to represent professional identity and clarify career goals through purposeful music selections and images.
Hiawatha 2
Overcoming Obstacles: Establishing a Music Therapy Group for Immunosuppressed NICU Graduates
Alejandra Ferrer, PhD, MT-BC, and Lelia Emery, MT-BC
In this presentation, participants will learn to implement a music therapy program for immunosuppressed NICU graduates. Discussion will center on patient and caregiver needs post discharge, challenges associated with starting a program for such a fragile population, as well as program implementation guidelines, curriculum, and philosophy.
Hiawatha 3
Cultivating a Multicultural Practice: A Jewish Perspective
Debra Gombert, MA, MT-BC; Rebecca J. Froman, MA, MT-BC; and Rachael Lawrence-Lupton, MA, MT-BC
This presentation combines concepts of multicultural competency in music therapy, information about Judaism, and research about working with clients of Jewish religion and / or background. Emphasis is placed on essential knowledge that may help a music therapist working with someone who identifies as Jewish. Participants will learn and take home Jewish music repertoire.
Hiawatha 1
6pm-7pm
Educators and Internship Roundtable
Hiawatha 1
Licensure Forum
Hiawatha 2
7:30pm-8:30pm
Tiyumba Performance
Hiawatha
Sunday 4/12/15
8:30am-10am
Closing Plenary-Vocal Wake-up Experiential
Sharon Boyle, MM, MT-BC
10:30am-3:30pm
Reasons and Connections: Tiyumba African Drumming and Dancing
Fatawu Saybiu
Reasons and Connections: Tiyumba Drumming and Dance invites you to join in a joyful expression of life and community. As is taught by Ghanaian elders, "Togetherness brings health and happiness."
5 CMTEs
Hiawatha 1
10:30am-1:30pm
Taiko Alive!
Iris Shiraishi, PhD, MT
Come and experience the excitement and power of taiko drumming and learn how it might be a viable therapeutic tool with older adults across the care continuum! The first hour will dive into a hands-on learning experience typical of introductory taiko workshops across North America. (Practice taiko and bachi/drumsticks will be provided). We'll take a break during the second hour to learn a bit about taiko history and practices, see some video clips, and begin to make transfers to special populations (and grab a bite to eat!). The third hour will find participants back on the drums as we discuss and experience specific modifications for older adults.
3 CMTEs
Hiawatha 3
10:30am-3:30pm
Working in the Music: Advancing Clinical Practice Skills
Annie Heiderscheit, PhD, MT-BC, LMFT; James Hiller, PhD, MT-BC; Nancy Jackson, PhD, MT-BC; Kathleen Murphy, PhD, LCAT, LPC, MT-BC; and
Susan Gardstrom, PhD, MT-BC
This experiential workshop is designed to assist experienced music therapy clinicians in advancing their clinical practice skills by participating in and processing music psychotherapy methods and interventions. Presenters will provide case illustrations, facilitate experiential exercises, and demonstrate how to maximize the power of music, effectively process the therapeutic experience, and develop an evidence-based practice.
5 CMTEs
Hiawatha 2
