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Christian Nielsen MT-BC
Public Speaking
This can be adapted for many settings, organizations and types of events. Sometimes this is chosen as an add-on the
the "Circles" presentation. No written program or PowerPoint here: drums, the people, and a circle are what this is about (and yes a microphone/speaker
system so I don't lose my voice).
Other Music Therapy Wellness Inservices & Workshops Both workshops and educational inservices may be presented in CEU form
with goals and objectives stated if requested. Topics may also be modified for either community or faith-based groups. Sounds of Healing- an introduction to music therapy This presentation is an introduction to music therapy. It can be adapted for a variety
of audiences from health professionals to the general public. It gives a brief overview of what music therapy is, how it is
used, the history of Music Therapy, who music therapists are, who can benefit from Music Therapy, and the physical benefits
of music to health and well-being. The presentation can also be adapted to provide population specific information.
Stories, songs, and interactive experiences demonstrate the the power of music to assist in healing body, mind, and spirit.
This presentation can be combined with other presentations and workshops as well. Music-Assisted Relaxation Techniques This presentation demonstrates the effectiveness of relaxation techniques
when assisted with music. Specific techniques are demonstrated and discussed. Live music is incorporated with experiential
exercises. These techniques have been shown to decrease heart rate & blood pressure, decrease anxiety and agitation, increase
the body's natural immune resonses to fight disease, and can cause the release of natural pain fighters in the body (endogenous
opiods). These techniques also decrease the need for pain medication in persons with both chronic and acute pain. This
can range in time from 30 to 90 minutes or can be taught in segments. The longer the session, the deeper the experiences can
be and the more techniques can be discussed. This could be adapted for health professionals, teaching healthy habits in the
workplace, or for those dealing with health challenges. Our music-assisted relaxation CD's can compliment this presentation. Relaxation & Stress Management Our world is becoming increasingly fast-paced, high-tech, and filled with high anxiety. Many people feel that there just
isn't time in the day to relax. Stress can be found in both work and home life. People who may have additional health concerns
experience even higher levels of stress- which can then compound their physical health issues. Stress is largely a matter
of self-perception. While stress can be harmful, all living things need some stress to survive, so long as that stress does
not exceed the organism's ability to cope with it. Studies show that those who take time out to relax are actually more productive.
This workshop focuses on strategies to manage stress in our lives. It also provides a time for peace and relaxation. The focus
of this workshop is to assist participants identify causes of stress and to offer suggestions and solutions in creating
the proper balance between stress and relaxation. Rhythms of Life We have so many cycles in our lives; cycles of death and rebirth, of suffering and relief, of grief and joy, of winter
to spring, of endings and beginnings. All of these things are a part of the natural rhythm in all of our lives. How do we
find meaning in the rhythms that are a part of our lives? How are we transformed by these changes and where to we find hope?
Where can we see beauty even in the darkest of times? Music is interwoven throughout these presentations. I have given these
presentations in many settings, ranging from healthcare and education, to delivering messages in worship services (many denominations)
and conferences. Presentation can also be tailored for your group or event. Please contact me for more information. Music at the End of Life Uses musical examples to discuss the uses of music to assist in the transition from this life. Examines the various uses
of music to support the spiritual, psychosocial, and physical needs at the end of life. This workshop comes from research
and my own experiences as a therapist working in hospice and end-of-life care. This is a bit more concrete and educational
than the "Healing Stories" presentation. This presentation can be combined with "Healing Stories" to create a more complete
experience. Musical Memories: Music and the Dementias Music has a powerful effect to elicit memories in all of us. It is a very powerful medium in the treatment of Alzheimer's
Disease and other dementias. Music can enhance social interaction, reality orientation, memory functions, motor skill functions
and can greatly reduce agitation and sundowning behaviors. Find out how music can reach those who seem unreachable. Features
down to earth and simple strategies that can be used by caretakers, family, and professionals to greatly enhance quality of
life for those faced with dementia. The workshop can also teach recreation and activity professionals ways to greatly
increase the effectiveness of music programming. The Role of Music Therapy in Integrative Healthcare This interactive program for professionals explores the role of the music therapist and the music therapy program in the
integrative model of healthcare delivery. Workshop includes an overview of the research,
practical suggestions, and experiential exercises. MORE TOPICS ARE AVAILABLE. Please contact me so we can work to create a presentation that meets your needs. Christian has Presented for many organizations, including: Childrens
Hospitals and Clinics, the Alzheimers Association, the Minneapolis Council of Churches, the National Environmental Grant Makers
Association, Fairview Hospice, Fairview Ridges, Ridgeview Medical Center, Methodist Hospital, Park Nicollet Clinics, Allina
Hospice, the MS Society, Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, The Soutern Metro Grief Coalition, Bethel United Methodist
Church, Plymouth Congregational Church, Calvary Lutheran Church (Golden Valley, MN) American Music Therapy Association, Minnesota
Music Therapy Association, Great Lakes Music Therapy Association, and many other organizations, faith groups, grief groups, and
corporations in Minnesota and the region. Please contact us via phone [952-221-1857] or Email for information regarding fees. About the Instruments Click here to learn more
about some of the instruments Christian uses. |
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