ABSTRACT
This chapter presents ideas to form the basis of our own exploration into using art and music and is meant to be dipped into, rather than followed religiously. The best way to integrate the ideas into practice is to consider own identity as a family therapist, own experience of art and music, either personally or professionally, and explore how this might influence the way the ideas fit with own way of working. When considering applying art and music in family therapy practice, it is important to consider how to introduce this different way of working to families. As many family therapists use diagrams in their practice already, it might be easier to introduce art than music. The art and music techniques can also be used in training and supervision. Incorporating the techniques into these contexts, can provide instruction for trainees on creative methods and also be a tool that could be used in a trainee group.
