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Ecological approaches to music therapy and autism

Working with the family and community systems

Join Dr Grace Thompson as she outlines ecological approaches to working with children with autism and their families. Describing ecologically oriented theories, social communication development, useful tools for engaging with parents and the use of her new 'Music in Everyday Life' assessment tool developed in conjunction with Dr Tali Gottfried. This is an evidence-based and reflective look at how we provide family-centered programs for children with autism.

Author

Dr Grace Thompson is a music therapist and Associate Professor at the University of Melbourne. Grace has worked with children, young people and families for over 20 years within the early childhood intervention and special education sector. As part of her PhD research, Grace developed and evaluated a collaborative approach to music therapy practice with families guided by ecological theories and family-centred philosophy. Her research continues to explore the ways music therapists can foster relationships and social connection through participating in engaging and accessible music making. Grace is past president of the Australian Music Therapy Association and co-editor of the book “Music Therapy with Families: Therapeutic Approaches and Theoretical Perspectives”. She is currently an Associate Editor with the Nordic Journal of Music Therapy.

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Bonus Content

Tutorial summary & submission info
Preview
Book chapter review pro forma
Article review pro forma
Reflection Workbook
Reflective Workbook - word version
Book chapter review pro forma - word version
Article review pro forma - word version
Music in Everyday Life Assessment - Free resource

Ecological approaches to music therapy and autism video's

Welcome, overview and learning outcomes
Preview
Introduction to the autism spectrum and theories of how to support social communication development
Ecologically oriented theories and a process for music therapy
An ecological case study
Useful tools for engaging with parents: The Music in Everyday Life assessment
The Music in Everyday Life assessment: Case example
Summary & Bonus Content

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