Thesis
Authenticity and intersubjectivity in the music therapy relationship: a multicultural perspective
Master of Arts (M.A.), Drexel University
Jan 2020
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17918/00000022
Abstract
Within the therapeutic relationship, the concept of authenticity is an important factor in eliciting positive change for the client and strengthening the therapeutic relationship. This writer defines authenticity in its philosophical origins in both Confucianism and key Western philosophers as well as its definition and use in psychology. Through the exploration of authenticity, this writer also defines the concept of intersubjectivity and how musical authenticity is formed. Since music therapists work with clients from various backgrounds, the literature includes the multicultural perspectives on musical preferences, musical biases, and musical stereotypes. The author then explored the commonalities among authenticity, intersubjectivity, and cross-racial relationships. In this exploration, a clinical vignette is applied to emphasize how authenticity in the moment can create an intersubjective phenomenon within a musical and cross-racial therapeutic relationship, resulting in positive change for both the client and the therapist. The conclusion of this thesis reflects on the clinical vignette and discusses the author's personal interpretation of the literature.
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- Title
- Authenticity and intersubjectivity in the music therapy relationship
- Creators
- LiQian J. Lederer
- Contributors
- Florence Ierardi (Advisor) - Drexel University, Creative Arts Therapies
- Awarding Institution
- Drexel University
- Degree Awarded
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Publisher
- Drexel University; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of pages
- vii, 61 pages
- Resource Type
- Thesis
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Creative Arts Therapies; College of Nursing and Health Professions; Drexel University
- Other Identifier
- 991014695244304721