Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-4-2013
Department
Faculty of Music
Abstract
Holocaust survivors often face many psychological and emotional issues such as fear, and intrusive thoughts and images as a result of the traumatic experiences they endured. Guided Imagery and Music is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy which has proven to be particularly effective for survivors of trauma in addressing such emotional and psychological issues and beginning the healing process. This paper presents the case of Rivka, a child survivor of the Holocaust who experienced numerous losses in her life. As Rivka was approaching her death she chose music therapy to address her current concerns as well as those from her past that she had not resolved. Guided Imagery and Music sessions helped Rivka assess and process her losses and fear and overcome her feelings of guilt and suffering, allowing her to move forward and feel free.
Recommended Citation
Clements-Cortés, A. (2013). Healing water: Assessing trauma, abuse and loss via guided imagery and music. Kavod Journal 3, http://kavod.claimscon.org/2013/02/healing-water-guided-imagery-and-music-therapy/
Comments
Copyright © 2013 by Amy Clements-Cortés. This article was originally published in Kavod Journal 3, 2013, http://kavod.claimscon.org/2013/02/healing-water-guided-imagery-and-music-therapy/.