As part of an educational-therapeutic pilot project, sound education settings were specifically integrated into the work with young people in residential child and youth care. Five young people from challenging family backgrounds participated in approximately 14 individual sessions within the therapeutic setting. Additionally, both the young people themselves and their teachers and educators were interviewed about their experiences. The project was carried out starting in 2007 by Gabriele Ehnis, a psychotherapist trained in Peter Hess® sound education.
Results of the Pilot Project
Gabriele Ehnis · Pilot Project (starting 2007) · Publication (2010)
- Facilitated and accelerated relationship building between therapist and young people
- Fewer resistances in the therapeutic process, leading to greater willingness to engage in therapy
- Promotion of non-verbal exchange on an unconscious level
Support and preparation for bodywork in the further course of therapy - Positive effects for the therapist:
- Improved resonance capability upon contact
- Conservation of energy and resources
- Maintaining motivation and enjoyment of work
- Overall: effective support for therapeutic processes in youth welfare settings through sound work
A report on the study is published in the specialist journal Kang-Massage-Therapie 7/2010 (Download)