Date Approved
2025
Degree Type
Open Access Senior Honors Thesis
Department or School
Music and Dance
First Advisor
Debra Gombert, Ph.D., MT-BC.
Second Advisor
Christopher Barrick, Ph.D.
Third Advisor
Ann R. Eisenberg, Ph.D.
Abstract
Songwriting is a technique used in music therapy practice that has been documented since 1950, and has been used in a clinical setting in many countries where music therapy is a fully developed profession. There are many different types of therapeutic songwriting experiences used in music therapy practice, to accommodate for the many different needs and abilities of clients. Additionally, therapeutic songwriting is used to help achieve many goals, and is used in a wide variety of settings. These settings include the pediatric hospital, a setting given particular attention in this paper. This paper will also include the author’s own reflections on her experiences of facilitating songwriting. Recommendations for future research and advice for music therapists facilitating songwriting are also included.
Recommended Citation
Weiss, Kinneret Rivka, "Songwriting in music therapy clinical practice" (2025). Senior Honors Theses and Projects. 844.
https://commons.emich.edu/honors/844