Songs of the Spirit: Navigating Anxiety with Music
Facilitated by: Barbara Dunn, PhD, LICSW, MT-BC
Read more about our Instructors/Facilitators here.
Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
Hours: 9 am – 4:00 pm (Pacific Time)
Location: ONLINE via Zoom
CEs: 6 CEs
The current pandemic has taken a significant toll on the mental health of many. It may just be that anxiety is the natural response to challenges of our day. While it is understandable how we got here, managing that anxiety is necessary for mental, physical, and emotional wellness. Mental health clinicians are on the front lines of addressing these challenges. This workshop will look at the impact of anxiety on our lives, with challenges that range from general stress and anxiety to panic attacks. We will highlight and explore the role music can play in addressing some of these challenges.
Music is accessible to everyone, from the basic use of the voice in singing to listening to recorded music via a variety of devices. Music can be expressive, soothing, or energizing in adapting to specific needs of an individual or group. We will draw from various music-related practices, including music therapy, music theory, and musicking. We will highlight current research in how music affects the body, brain, and emotional well-being.
The workshop will draw on the presenter’s more than 35 years of experience working as a music therapist and social worker, from private practice to various medical settings to community-based settings. It will also draw upon her many years as a musical performer, recording artist, and community musician. Some of the experiential exercises will include listening to music, improvisation, singing, and instrument playing. The format for the workshop will include didactic and experiential learning.
Barbara Dunn, PhD, LICSW, MT-BC has a been in practice as a music therapist and clinical social worker for more than 30 years. She has directed music therapy programs at local medical facilities and worked extensively with clients who struggled with anxiety in a variety of clinical settings. She has taught numerous continuing education classes locally, nationally, and internationally. She has keynoted conferences and led workshops through variety of professional organizations and institutes for higher learning. Currently, she has a private psychotherapy & music therapy practice in Washington state. Additionally, she is a professional and community musician with five album recordings to her credit. She is the author of More Than a Song: Exploring the Healing Art of Music Therapy. www.barbaradunn.com
The Zoom link will be sent day prior to workshop.
Cancellation Policy: We require cancellation notification at least 2 weeks prior to the workshop date for the online Ethics of Self-Care in order to use your registration fee towards a future workshop. No refunds will be given.
If you are outside of Washington State, we advise that you check with your state licensing board to confirm that they accept NBCC approved CEs.
This workshop offers 6 CEs for Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Social Workers.
Northwest Creative & Expressive Arts Institute is a NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider ™,
ACEP No. 7014.
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Songs of the Spirit: Navigating Anxiety with Music
March 11, 2022
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Venue: Online
