The Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (BMGIM) with Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
Hahna, Nicole & Borling, Jim - Volume: 9
The purpose of this study was to determine if the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (BMGIM) is used in the field of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), identify clinical impressions of BMGIM therapists, and increase awareness of IPV. Of 62 BMGIM therapists who responded to a survey, 52%, reported having worked with a client who had experienced IPV. Ten areas related to BMGIM and IPV were addressed in the survey. The results of this study imply that clear standards of practice have yet to evolve. Instead, BMGIM therapists largely use an individualized, client-based approach for the use of BMGIM in the field of IPV.