Setting a Tone: How Music Connects Us to Our Innermost Being with Paula Kliger

Music is an art form that connects us to others, beyond language and culture. It strikes a chord that moves us both physically and emotionally. In this sense, whether we're artists or amateurs, music can be a powerful outlet and refuge for our emotions and experiences. It holds the remarkable ability to facilitate feelings, transformation, and unity. Today's guest believes that too, and draws a parallel between music and the transformative nature of the therapeutic journey.

Paula Kliger is a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with 30 years of experience treating children, adults, couples, families, and groups. Her connection to music runs deep. As a young musician, she toured the world and witnessed the profound curative capabilities of music firsthand. 

On this episode of The Art of Listening, Paula takes us on a captivating journey at the nexus of music and psychoanalysis. Reflecting on the invaluable lessons from her time as a performer and writer, Paula recounts her discovery of the power of music in healing others and, in turn, healing herself. As she advanced in her analytic career, delving into group work, trauma, and disaster relief, Paula’s musical knowledge continued to inform her approach. Today, she shares how creating an atmosphere and setting the right tone allows us to create safe spaces that foster understanding.

Join us as Paula unveils her unique insights into the music of listening. 

Chapters

1 - Life-changing stories from Paula’s travels as a touring musician

2 - Music as a universal language and self-reflection practice

3 -  First professional experience in psychotherapy.

4 - Bringing her expertise to trauma and disaster work

5 - How Paula’s musical background informed her approach to group work

Links

• Paula Kliger
• Paula’s Book
• Psych Assets
• Eileen Dunn
• More from ‘The Art of Listening’