Receptive music therapy, although historically significant, has been overlooked in many European countries. The German edition of this book, released in 2004, is the first comprehensive collection of key methods in receptive music therapy. The English edition features contributions from 18 prominent European authors who explore both theoretical and practical dimensions of this therapeutic approach. The methods discussed include receptive music therapy in psychotherapy, such as Guided Imagery and Music, Regulative Music Therapy, and Integrative Music Therapy, along with Sound Guided Trance and In Depth Relaxation Therapy, among others. Case studies involving adolescent and adult patients highlight various clinical applications. Theoretical discussions cover music's relationship with altered states of consciousness, emotion, imagery, developmental relationships, and early childhood experiences. This volume offers an extensive overview of receptive music therapy practices in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Luxembourg, aiming to inspire music therapists and psychotherapists who have faced language barriers in accessing these European advancements. The authors include notable figures such as Monica Bissegger, Lars Ole Bonde, and others.
