Linda uses the effective healing tool of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) to help children find ways to apply newfound insights in their daily life challenges.
Linda shares, "I have seen how GIM helps children and teens take an honest look at themselves. This process is a catalyst to help them move from a stuck, troublesome place, to a new view of themselves. From this new perspective, they can relate to themselves and others more effectively."
Bonny Method GIM is a music-oriented exploration of self-awareness. This method gives clients the opportunity to go into their sense of self and discover their own uniqueness. It is a place and space to develop understanding and open the doors to creativity.
GIM sessions offer clients the opportunity to integrate mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of well-being. Using the healing power of music and a dynamic unfolding of inner experiences, the client can bring about therapeutic change in a safe and supportive environment.
The Bonny Method of GIM was developed by music therapist, Helen L. Bonny, Ph.D. While performing on her violin, she had an extraordinary experience that inspired her and opened her awareness to the power of music for positive change and healing. She worked with clients in a relaxed state of consciousness and observed that the music was evoking spontaneous and creative imagery, frequently leading to life-enhancing insights and transformation. Inspired by this work, she developed the method now known as The Bonny Method of GIM.
The Bonny Method has been used effectively with adults, adolescents, children, persons in recovery, psychiatric inpatients, terminally ill patients and others. Linda Powell’s area of expertise is in working with children and teens. She has been successfully using GIM with children and teens since she graduated from the GIM program in 1992.
Linda would love to discuss giving on-location sessions for individuals or groups.
Adawehi Institute
92 Adawehi Lane
Columbus, NC 28722
828-894-5260
Contact: Linda T. Powell
info@storiesmusicandimagery.com
Age of clients: children and teens