This book provides the foundation for clinical practice in psychiatry, while also offering models and techniques of working with this population. Originally published in 1990, this updated edition takes into account latest advances in pharmacology, neuroscience, and notions on evidence-based practice. Part one details the theoretical foundations for music therapy practice with psychiatric clients. Part two focuses on music therapy practices in psychiatry. Parts three and four present a taxonomy of clinical music therapy programs and techniques differentiated by levels of intervention and the characteristics and needs of psychiatric clientele.