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2013 May.06

Music Therapy and Emotional Regulation for Special Needs Children

adminAutism Treatment, Music and Emotion, Special Needs Children

Music therapy can help special needs children learn to identify, express, and control their emotions. I was recently presenting at a conference and had a parent ask whether I can use music to help with emotional regulation for special needs children. I figured I could share my response here as well for any other parents..

2013 Jan.14

Structure for Special Needs Children in Music Therapy

adminAutism Treatment, Special Needs Children

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Structure and predictability can make all the difference when working with special needs children. Here are some tips for structuring a music therapy session. Working with children with special needs children can present a wide range of challenges. Some students have a limited attention span, some have sensory issues, some may not understand verbal directives, and..