This comprehensive book describes well-defined models of music therapy for working with families in different clinical areas, ranging from families with special needs children or dying family members through to families in psychiatric or paediatric hospital settings. International contributors explain the theoretical background and practice of their specific approach, including an overview of research and illustrative case examples.Particular emphasis is placed on connecting theory and clinical practice and on discussing the challenges and relevance of each model.This practical and theoretically anchored book will prove valuable for music therapists, students and researchers in the fast developing field of music therapy with families.