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How Music Therapist Set Goals on Patient?
Music is used to form a relationship with the patient. The music therapist sets goals on
an individual basis, depending on the reasons for treatment, and selects specific
activities and exercises to help the patient progress. Objectives may include
development of communication, cognitive, motor, emotional, and social skills. Some
of the techniques used to achieve this are singing, listening, instrumental music,
composition, creative movement, guided imagery, and other methods as appropriate.
Other disciplines may be integrated as well, such as dance, art and psychology.
Patients may develop musical abilities as a result of therapy, but this is not a major
concern. The primary aim is to improve the patient's ability to function.
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