“I'm All Ears” – Embodied Listening in Music Therapy

Diandra Russo

doi:10.3205/26isfam115

June 12, 2026Open Access

“I'm All Ears” – Embodied Listening in Music Therapy

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Examine the role of embodied listening in the therapeutic relationship during live receptive music therapy sessions.
Analyzed therapist-client interactions during live receptive music therapy sessions.
Focused on the embodied experiences and perceptions of therapists as they engaged with clients.
Utilized qualitative observations to assess the effectiveness of non-verbal communication.
Clients reported increased emotional responses during sessions where embodied listening was emphasized.
Therapists noted enhanced connection and understanding of clients’ needs through non-verbal cues.
Findings suggest significant improvement in client satisfaction and therapeutic outcomes with embodied approaches.

Implication

Explores embodied listening in music therapy, suggesting new insights into therapist-client dynamics.

Abstract

Background: Live receptive music therapy offers an intimate relational space in which the therapist serves as an interface, attuning to clients through music and often transcending verbal communication. Within this context, the therapist’s body functions as an instrument of perception and containment. [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]

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