Intern #5: Alex Babani, PsyD, MA, MT-BC
Internship Dates: June 1998 – March 1999
Alex Babani was one of the first interns at MusicWorx. His internship experiences working at a chemical dependency unit and being a witness to the life of a cancer patient had a profound impact on him.
- What is your current job?
I am starting my private practice (2nd round).
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Would you say that MusicWorx helped you get to where you are today?
Yes.
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What drew you to the MusicWorx experience?
The diversity of experience and populations.
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What was your favorite moment of your MusicWorx experience?
I loved working at the Chemical Dependency Unit. I also enjoyed the Mari Mandala Training and bringing that back to MusicWorx.
There was one particular patient who passed away in the cancer unit. Her passing had a profound impact on everyone. We had a particular song, “Gracias a La Vida” (Thanks for the Life I Live), that we continued to play for other patients, and in one case the children of that patient came with me to see someone else and sing with them. This was a powerful moment for me about how music passes; it’s gift from one person to another.
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Are there any aspects of what you learned at MusicWorx internship that best prepared you for your career today?
The confidence to start my private practice.
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What was one of your biggest challenges during your internship? (And you can’t say gas money or lack of time.)
My 15-year old daughter was living with me and decided to go through her rebellious phase at the same time.
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What was your biggest “aha” moment for your professional and/or personal growth?
Whether it was entering someone’s room or starting a group, it was, “I can do this!”
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What would be your one piece of advice to future MusicWorx interns?
Don’t be afraid – GO FOR IT!!!
