JOB REPORT / 29-1129 · 55 TASKS

Therapists, All Other.

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Document evaluations, treatment plans, case summaries, or progress…
Conduct information sharing sessions
Apply current technology to music therapy practices

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49 of 55 tasks reviewed

This job has 55 core tasks. We went through 49 of them, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Therapists, All Others actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Document evaluations, treatment plans, case summaries, or progress or other reports related to individual clients or client groups.
AI DOES
Drafts report templates, suggests clinical language, and organizes notes into structured formats
YOU DO
Supply real session observations and apply your clinical judgment about each client's unique progress
TASK 02
Conduct information sharing sessions, such as in-service workshops for other professionals, potential client groups, or the general community.
AI DOES
Drafts workshop outlines, talking points, slides, and handout content
YOU DO
Show up in person, read the room, and build trust with your audience
TASK 03
Apply current technology to music therapy practices.
AI DOES
Finds and summarizes new music therapy tools, apps, and research
YOU DO
Decide which technology actually helps each unique patient
TASK 04
Design art therapy sessions or programs to meet client's goals or objectives.
AI DOES
Suggests activity ideas, session outlines, and goal-matching frameworks based on client profiles
YOU DO
Observe the whole person and make judgment calls about what they truly need in the moment
TASK 05
Plan or structure music therapy sessions to achieve appropriate transitions, pacing, sequencing, energy level, or intensity in accordance with treatment plans.
AI DOES
Suggests song sequences, pacing templates, and session outlines based on treatment goals
YOU DO
Watch the client live and reshape the session moment by moment based on how they respond
TASK 06
Compose, arrange, or adapt music for music therapy treatments.
AI DOES
Generates chord progressions, melodies, and arrangement ideas based on mood or style prompts
YOU DO
Read the client's emotional state and choose music that fits their unique therapy goals
TASK 07
Conduct information sharing sessions, such as in-service workshops for other professionals, potential client groups, or the general community.
AI DOES
Drafts presentation content, talking points, and handouts
YOU DO
Show up, read the audience, and adjust your delivery in real time
TASK 08
Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate studio art therapy, counseling, or psychotherapy techniques.
AI DOES
Suggests evidence-based art therapy techniques, formats treatment plan structures, and summarizes research on therapeutic approaches
YOU DO
Listen closely to each client and use your clinical judgment to shape a plan that fits their unique emotional world
TASK 09
Participate in continuing education.
AI DOES
Finds relevant courses, summarizes new research, and creates practice quizzes
YOU DO
Attend sessions, reflect on your practice, and decide what skills to build next
TASK 10
Coordinate art showcases to display artwork produced by clients.
AI DOES
Drafts event plans, promotional text, invitations, and layout ideas for the showcase
YOU DO
Decide which client work to share and handle the emotional care around displaying it
TASK 11
Design music therapy experiences, using various musical elements to meet client's goals or objectives.
AI DOES
Suggests song lists, activity ideas, and goal-matching frameworks based on client profiles
YOU DO
Read the client's emotional state in the moment and adapt the experience with empathy and clinical judgment
TASK 12
Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to music therapy.
AI DOES
Drafts progress notes, suggests documentation templates, and helps organize session data
YOU DO
Observe live emotional and physical reactions that only happen in the room
TASK 13
Gather diagnostic data from sources such as case documentation, observations of clients, or interviews with clients or family members.
AI DOES
Summarizes case notes, flags patterns in documentation, and drafts interview question guides
YOU DO
Build rapport in person and notice emotional cues that no screen can capture
TASK 14
Establish goals or objectives for art therapy sessions in consultation with clients or site administrators.
AI DOES
Suggests goal frameworks, drafts sample objectives, and pulls research on therapeutic approaches
YOU DO
Listen deeply to the client and read the room to set goals that truly fit that person
TASK 15
Recommend or purchase needed art supplies or equipment.
AI DOES
Searches supplier catalogs, compares prices, and drafts supply lists based on therapy goals
YOU DO
Judge which materials are safe and right for each specific client
TASK 16
Adapt existing or develop new music therapy assessment instruments or procedures to meet an individual client's needs.
AI DOES
Suggests existing assessment frameworks, drafts custom questionnaires, and summarizes research on specific client populations
YOU DO
Observe the client directly and use clinical judgment to shape tools around their real responses and therapeutic needs
TASK 17
Teach art therapy techniques or processes to artists, interns, volunteers, or others.
AI DOES
Drafts lesson outlines, explains techniques, and suggests training resources
YOU DO
Demonstrate hands-on methods and respond to learners in the moment
TASK 18
Conduct, or assist in the conduct of, music therapy research.
AI DOES
Searches literature, summarizes studies, and helps analyze research data
YOU DO
Design ethical studies, observe live patient sessions, and interpret nuanced human responses
TASK 19
Coordinate field trips for client groups to museums or other public displays of art.
AI DOES
Researches venues, drafts itineraries, and handles scheduling emails
YOU DO
Assess each client's emotional readiness and lead the group in person
TASK 20
Customize treatment programs for specific areas of music therapy, such as intellectual or developmental disabilities, educational settings, geriatrics, medical settings, mental health, physical disabilities, or wellness.
AI DOES
Suggests evidence-based techniques and pulls research for specific populations
YOU DO
Observe the real person, adjust in the moment, and build the human connection that makes therapy work
TASK 21
Establish client goals or objectives for music therapy treatment, considering client needs, capabilities, interests, overall therapeutic program, coordination of treatment, or length of treatment.
AI DOES
Suggests goal frameworks, pulls evidence-based benchmarks, and helps organize treatment plans by client profile
YOU DO
Observe the whole person, build trust, and make judgment calls only a present human clinician can make
TASK 22
Confer with other professionals on client's treatment team to develop, coordinate, or integrate treatment plans.
AI DOES
Drafts treatment plan summaries, flags scheduling conflicts, and suggests coordination notes
YOU DO
Build team relationships and make real-time clinical decisions together
TASK 23
Confer with professionals on client's treatment team to develop, coordinate, or integrate treatment plans.
AI DOES
Drafts treatment plan notes, summarizes session data, and flags scheduling conflicts
YOU DO
Lead the live team discussion and make judgment calls about each client's care
TASK 24
Customize art therapy programs for specific client populations, such as those in schools, nursing homes, wellness centers, prisons, shelters, or hospitals.
AI DOES
Suggests evidence-based activities, generates program templates, and pulls research on specific populations
YOU DO
Observe clients directly and adapt programs based on live emotional and behavioral cues
TASK 25
Design or provide music therapy experiences to address client needs, such as using music for self-care, adjusting to life changes, improving cognitive functioning, raising self-esteem, communicating, or controlling impulses.
AI DOES
Suggests music playlists, session plans, and research-backed techniques matched to specific client goals
YOU DO
Read the room, build trust, and adjust therapy live based on how a real person responds
TASK 26
Select or prepare artistic media or related equipment or devices to accomplish therapy session objectives.
AI DOES
Suggests art materials and session plans based on therapy goals
YOU DO
Read the room and physically set up supplies for each unique client
TASK 27
Select or adapt musical instruments, musical equipment, or non-musical materials, such as adaptive devices or visual aids, to meet treatment objectives.
AI DOES
Suggests instrument options and adaptive tools based on diagnosis and therapy goals
YOU DO
Watch and listen to the real patient to make the final call
TASK 28
Gather client information from sources such as case documentation, client observation, or interviews of client or family members.
AI DOES
Summarizes existing case documents and flags key details from written records
YOU DO
Conduct the interviews, observe behavior in person, and build the human connection needed for honest sharing
TASK 29
Assess client functioning levels, strengths, and areas of need in terms of perceptual, sensory, affective, communicative, musical, physical, cognitive, social, spiritual, or other abilities.
AI DOES
Suggests assessment frameworks, organizes notes, and flags patterns in documented observations
YOU DO
Sit with the client, watch and listen, and build the human connection that makes honest assessment possible
TASK 30
Integrate behavioral, developmental, improvisational, medical, or neurological approaches into music therapy treatments.
AI DOES
Suggests frameworks, summarizes research on therapy approaches, and helps draft treatment notes
YOU DO
Read the client in real time and adjust your approach based on what you see, hear, and feel
TASK 31
Interpret the artistic creations of clients to assess their functioning, needs, or progress.
AI DOES
Flags visual patterns, color use, or symbolic elements in artwork that may connect to known psychological frameworks
YOU DO
Bring your full knowledge of the client's story, body language, and therapeutic relationship to make a meaningful interpretation
TASK 32
Supervise staff, volunteers, practicum students, or interns.
AI DOES
Helps draft feedback notes, schedules, and training materials
YOU DO
Show up, listen, and guide people through real growth moments
TASK 33
Assess the risks and benefits of treatment termination for clients.
AI DOES
Summarizes progress notes, lists common risk factors for early termination, and suggests assessment frameworks
YOU DO
Trust your direct knowledge of the client's emotional state, history, and readiness that only you can sense in the room
TASK 34
Photograph or videotape client artwork for inclusion in client records or for promotional purposes.
AI DOES
Helps edit, tag, and organize photos after they are taken
YOU DO
Be present with the artwork and client to capture the image with care and context
TASK 35SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Analyze data to determine the effectiveness of specific treatments or therapy approaches.
AI DOES
Processes datasets and identifies statistical patterns
YOU DO
Interpret results for real patient care
About this analysis
38% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 36SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Write treatment plans, case summaries, or progress or other reports related to individual clients or client groups.
AI DOES
Drafts reports from session notes and data
YOU DO
Apply clinical judgment and ethics
About this analysis
35% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 37SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Instruct individuals or groups in the use of art media, such as paint, clay, or yarn.
AI DOES
Creates lesson plans and technique demonstrations
YOU DO
Inspire creativity and guide personal expression
About this analysis
35% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 38SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Analyze data to determine the effectiveness of treatments or therapy approaches.
AI DOES
Runs statistical tests and spots data patterns
YOU DO
Interpret what findings mean for patients
About this analysis
34% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 39SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Communicate client assessment findings and recommendations in oral, written, audio, video, or other forms.
AI DOES
Drafts reports and creates presentation slides
YOU DO
Tailor the message to each client
About this analysis
29% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 40SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Communicate client assessment findings and recommendations in oral, written, audio, video, or other forms.
AI DOES
Drafts reports and creates presentation slides
YOU DO
Tailor the message to each client
About this analysis
29% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 41SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Analyze or synthesize client data to draw conclusions or make recommendations for therapy.
AI DOES
Spots patterns in client data and flags concerns
YOU DO
Form the therapeutic relationship and judgment
About this analysis
28% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 42SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Communicate with clients to build rapport, acknowledge their progress, or reflect upon their reactions to musical experiences.
AI DOES
Drafts follow-up messages and progress summaries
YOU DO
Read emotions and build real connection
About this analysis
26% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 43SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Review research or literature in art therapy, psychology, or related disciplines.
AI DOES
Scans papers and highlights key findings
YOU DO
Judge which insights apply to practice
About this analysis
22% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 44
Supervise staff, volunteers, practicum students, or interns engaged in music therapy activities.
AI DOES
Helps draft feedback forms, session notes templates, and training materials
YOU DO
Watch, listen, and guide people in real therapy moments
TASK 45SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to art therapy.
AI DOES
Transcribes notes and tracks progress patterns
YOU DO
Notice what the client isn't saying
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 46SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Analyze or synthesize client data to draw conclusions or make recommendations for art therapy.
AI DOES
Organizes client patterns and suggests themes
YOU DO
Interpret meaning and design healing approaches
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0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 47SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Identify and respond to emergency physical or mental health situations.
AI DOES
Flags warning signs and suggests response protocols
YOU DO
Read the person and make life decisions
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 48SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Collaborate with others to design or implement interdisciplinary treatment programs.
AI DOES
Generates treatment protocols and tracks patient progress
YOU DO
Build trust and adapt plans together
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 49SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Apply selected research findings to practice.
AI DOES
Summarizes findings and suggests applications
YOU DO
Judge what fits your context
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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Occupation: Therapists, All Other
SOC code: 29-1129
Tasks reviewed: 49 of 55

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Median pay (national): $77,930 · BLS OEWS 2025
Median pay (Colorado): $65,080 · BLS OEWS 2025
Employed (national): 22,640
Employed in Colorado: 160
Job outlook: +11.5% by 2034 · ~4,100 openings/yr

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Document evaluations, treatment plans, case summaries, or progress or other reports related to individual clients or client groups.

Conduct information sharing sessions, such as in-service workshops for other professionals, potential client groups, or the general community.

Apply current technology to music therapy practices.

Design art therapy sessions or programs to meet client's goals or objectives.

Plan or structure music therapy sessions to achieve appropriate transitions, pacing, sequencing, energy level, or intensity in accordance with treatment plans.

Compose, arrange, or adapt music for music therapy treatments.

Conduct information sharing sessions, such as in-service workshops for other professionals, potential client groups, or the general community.

Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate studio art therapy, counseling, or psychotherapy techniques.

Participate in continuing education.

Coordinate art showcases to display artwork produced by clients.

Design music therapy experiences, using various musical elements to meet client's goals or objectives.

Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to music therapy.

Gather diagnostic data from sources such as case documentation, observations of clients, or interviews with clients or family members.

Establish goals or objectives for art therapy sessions in consultation with clients or site administrators.

Recommend or purchase needed art supplies or equipment.

Adapt existing or develop new music therapy assessment instruments or procedures to meet an individual client's needs.

Teach art therapy techniques or processes to artists, interns, volunteers, or others.

Conduct, or assist in the conduct of, music therapy research.

Coordinate field trips for client groups to museums or other public displays of art.

Customize treatment programs for specific areas of music therapy, such as intellectual or developmental disabilities, educational settings, geriatrics, medical settings, mental health, physical disabilities, or wellness.

Establish client goals or objectives for music therapy treatment, considering client needs, capabilities, interests, overall therapeutic program, coordination of treatment, or length of treatment.

Confer with other professionals on client's treatment team to develop, coordinate, or integrate treatment plans.

Confer with professionals on client's treatment team to develop, coordinate, or integrate treatment plans.

Customize art therapy programs for specific client populations, such as those in schools, nursing homes, wellness centers, prisons, shelters, or hospitals.

Design or provide music therapy experiences to address client needs, such as using music for self-care, adjusting to life changes, improving cognitive functioning, raising self-esteem, communicating, or controlling impulses.

Select or prepare artistic media or related equipment or devices to accomplish therapy session objectives.

Select or adapt musical instruments, musical equipment, or non-musical materials, such as adaptive devices or visual aids, to meet treatment objectives.

Gather client information from sources such as case documentation, client observation, or interviews of client or family members.

Assess client functioning levels, strengths, and areas of need in terms of perceptual, sensory, affective, communicative, musical, physical, cognitive, social, spiritual, or other abilities.

Integrate behavioral, developmental, improvisational, medical, or neurological approaches into music therapy treatments.

Interpret the artistic creations of clients to assess their functioning, needs, or progress.

Supervise staff, volunteers, practicum students, or interns.

Assess the risks and benefits of treatment termination for clients.

Photograph or videotape client artwork for inclusion in client records or for promotional purposes.

Analyze data to determine the effectiveness of specific treatments or therapy approaches.

Write treatment plans, case summaries, or progress or other reports related to individual clients or client groups.

Instruct individuals or groups in the use of art media, such as paint, clay, or yarn.

Analyze data to determine the effectiveness of treatments or therapy approaches.

Communicate client assessment findings and recommendations in oral, written, audio, video, or other forms.

Communicate client assessment findings and recommendations in oral, written, audio, video, or other forms.

Analyze or synthesize client data to draw conclusions or make recommendations for therapy.

Communicate with clients to build rapport, acknowledge their progress, or reflect upon their reactions to musical experiences.

Review research or literature in art therapy, psychology, or related disciplines.

Supervise staff, volunteers, practicum students, or interns engaged in music therapy activities.

Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to art therapy.

Analyze or synthesize client data to draw conclusions or make recommendations for art therapy.

Identify and respond to emergency physical or mental health situations.

Collaborate with others to design or implement interdisciplinary treatment programs.

Apply selected research findings to practice.

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