On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with music therapist Alex Peuser to discuss his journey through music therapy and into his most recent endeavors of getting his PsyD. We dive into the different graduate degrees and help determine which may be a potential fit for your interests.

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Created and Produced by Brian Locascio, MT-BC

Edited by Alec Henn

On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Dr. Eugenia Hernandez Ruiz as she discusses her research in music therapy for parent coaching with those on the spectrum and her theoretical approach. Learn about various approaches and which one may be the right fit for you.

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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Dr. Blythe LaGasse to discuss her research and findings between attention, sensory gating, and music with individuals on the Autism Spectrum.

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On this episode of VOMT, I sit down with Emily Nordhues MT-BC to discuss entering the workforce as a young professional and navigating being on your own. We dive into the feelings of imposter syndrome, what it looks like, and how to overcome this feeling that is so prevalent among new music therapists, educators, and beyond.

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On this episode of VOMT, I sit down with Dr. Ted Ficken to discuss his new book,  “Music of Hate, Music for Healing - Paired Stories from the Hate Music Industry and the Profession of Music Therapy." We discuss how hate music is utilized and dive into how it may cause harm, invoke violence, and hear about those who are targeted by this music.

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On this episode of VOMT, we sit down with Katie Fortino to discuss inclusive musical theatre and music therapy. Katie walks us through real life examples, her master's thesis in music therapy, and tells us the step by step process of how to integrate the two for a truly transformative experience.

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Created and Produced by Brian Locascio, MT-BC

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On this episode of Voices of Music Therapy, we get the pleasure of hearing from Dr. Bill Matney, Assistant Professor of Music Therapy at the University of Kansas. We dive into musicianship, how to more effectively use percussion in sessions, and cultural shifts in music therapy education.

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On this episode of Voice of Music Therapy, I sit down with Freddy Perkins to discuss discovering your identity while exploring the power of authenticity.

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Created and Produced by Brian Locascio, MT-BC

Edited by Alec Henn

Voices of Music Therapy is a podcast intended to inspire Innovation, Equity, and New Perspectives within the music therapy community and beyond.