Date of Award
5-2021
Document Type
Thesis
Selected Creative Commons License
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Degree Name
Master of Science in Music Therapy
Department
Music Therapy
First Advisor
Dr. Amanda MacRae
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to illuminate non-native English-speaking music therapists’ trends and attitudes toward a language barrier. For the purpose of this research, the phrase “language barrier” is used as a reference for music therapists who conduct music therapy sessions in a language that is not their native language. Thirteen non-native English-speaking music therapists completed a 30-question web-based survey. The survey addressed the following topics: demographics, the experience of providing music therapy in a second language, the experience of receiving music therapy training in a second language, and therapeutic interventions with the clients. Descriptive statistics were collected. Three major findings emerged: English is not necessarily a language barrier; the respondents use music interventions depending on the clients’ goals; and the respondents are sensitive to the clients’ cues so they can facilitate the therapeutic process in a second language. The findings may be a resource for educators, clinical supervisors, and non-native English-speaking music therapists. Moreover, the findings may be useful to guide music therapy educational and supervisory practices.
Related Pillar(s)
Study
Recommended Citation
Mori, Kohei, "The Influences of Language Barriers in Music Therapy" (2021). Theses & Dissertations. 107.
https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/etd/107
