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Eric G. Waldon, PhD, MT-BC, is a Professor and Program Director for Music Therapy at the University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music in California. He holds dual credentials as a board-certified music therapist and licensed psychologist in California, driving his integration of clinical practice and research.
Education:
- PhD in Educational Psychology, University of the Pacific
- MA in Music Therapy, University of the Pacific
- MA in Educational and Counseling Psychology, University of the Pacific
- BM in Music Therapy, Western Michigan University
Research Focus: Dr. Waldon pioneers data-driven methodologies in music therapy through clinical assessment systems and measurement frameworks. His work bridges social emotional learning, therapist research competency development, and meta-research analysis, culminating in seminal publications like "The Music Therapy Assessment Manual: A Guide to Data-Based Decision Making" which establishes protocols for evidence-based practice.
Professional Leadership: As Western Region representative on the American Music Therapy Association's Research Committee and Assembly of Delegates member, he shapes national standards. His international influence extends through the International Music Therapy Assessment Consortium where University of the Pacific serves as a signatory institution, alongside editorial roles for the Journal of Music Therapy and Music Therapy Perspectives.
