Presentation Information
[EW-3-01]WORKSHOP: The Healing Power of Music in Mental Health: Evidence-Based Applications and Clinical Tools
*Tsuyoshi Akiyama1, Chad Lawson2 (1.Rokubancho Mental Clinic(Japan), 2.Artist - Universal Music Group(United States of America))
Keywords:
Music,Mental Health,Healing
This 90-minute interactive workshop delves into music's profound therapeutic potential in mental health care, seamlessly bridging neuroscience with actionable clinical practices. Through a dynamic blend of live piano demonstrations, mindfulness exercises, and evidence-based strategies, participants will uncover innovative ways to incorporate music into their therapeutic approaches.
The session begins with a live experiential exercise, combining guided breathwork and piano performance, to illustrate the immediate physiological and psychological impacts on stress reduction and emotional regulation. Attendees will explore the latest research on music’s effects on neurochemistry and the autonomic nervous system, with targeted applications for anxiety, depression, and trauma-informed care.
Participants will gain culturally-sensitive, practical tools for integrating music into their practices, from curating therapeutic playlists to embedding musical mindfulness and strategic silence into treatment plans. Drawing from diverse case studies, this workshop highlights adaptable methods for various clinical and community-based settings, demonstrating music’s universal capacity to connect and heal.
Designed for mental health professionals and caregivers, this session equips participants with tangible, evidence-supported interventions to enhance their therapeutic repertoire. With music transcending cultural and linguistic barriers, these tools present a powerful opportunity to elevate mental health care globally, fostering healing and resilience across diverse communities.
The session begins with a live experiential exercise, combining guided breathwork and piano performance, to illustrate the immediate physiological and psychological impacts on stress reduction and emotional regulation. Attendees will explore the latest research on music’s effects on neurochemistry and the autonomic nervous system, with targeted applications for anxiety, depression, and trauma-informed care.
Participants will gain culturally-sensitive, practical tools for integrating music into their practices, from curating therapeutic playlists to embedding musical mindfulness and strategic silence into treatment plans. Drawing from diverse case studies, this workshop highlights adaptable methods for various clinical and community-based settings, demonstrating music’s universal capacity to connect and heal.
Designed for mental health professionals and caregivers, this session equips participants with tangible, evidence-supported interventions to enhance their therapeutic repertoire. With music transcending cultural and linguistic barriers, these tools present a powerful opportunity to elevate mental health care globally, fostering healing and resilience across diverse communities.