Robert Hansen

Background

About Robert Hansen

Interdisciplinary Collaboration Patient Interviews Creative Movement & Expression Retired after 33 years at AT & T, 18 years within the government emergency telecommunications program while pursuing my BA in Music Therapy at Montclair State. I am passionate about music therapy because I have seen time and time again how the healing power of music can inspire harmony, relaxation, and peace of mind for patients. As a music therapy student, I had the opportunity to work with various populations, including children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), adults/seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, and mental health patients with schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression. PRACTICUM HIGHLIGHTS: New Beginnings Led & assisted with biweekly sessions for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder Developed/implemented music curricula on music fundamentals and interpretation Ramapo Ridge Psychiatric Center Created a positive therapeutic environment through music and creative expression Designed and modified programming to meet needs of a diverse caseload Essex County Psychiatric Center Facilitated and observed group music therapy to promote patient self-expression Collaborated with other practitioners to develop and optimize individualized treatment plans Matheny Medical & Educational Center Integrated adaptive instrumentation for students with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities Enhanced range of motion and nonverbal expression through musical instrumentation Runnels Center for Rehabilitation & Health Care/Jewish Home & Hospital Day Center Led and/or participated in group for patients with Alzheimers & Dementia Observed and assisted in session documentation and clinical paperwork