Journal of the Association for Music and Imagery

Aims & Scope

The mission of the Journal of the Association for Music and Imagery is to promote knowledge and understanding of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music for those trained in the method and for related professionals.

To this end, the Journal publishes original research that advances knowledge of theory, applications, and outcomes of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) and related methods.

Articles may reflect any form of research, including quantitative, qualitative, theoretical, philosophical, and case studies.

The Journal is published biennially and all manuscripts submitted to the Journal are subject to a masked peer review.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	27688

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	2

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.116

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	2

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities and Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• BREAKING FREE: HEALING PHYSICAL, VERBAL, AND SEXUAL ABUSE THROUGH THE BONNY METHOD OF GUIDED IMAGERY AND MUSIC

  Citation: 7

  Authors: Amy

• Focused Music Imagery (FMI): Pathway Through the Psyche

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Louise

• GROUP GUIDED IMAGERY AND MUSIC FOR ADULTS IN ADDICTION TREATMENT: A PILOT RANDOMIZED CONTROL TRIAL FEASIBILITY STUDY

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Kathleen M.

• Therapists’ Processes of Selecting Music for Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music Sessions

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Elaine

• GIM During Active Treatment for Cancer: Considerations for Clinical Practice

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Evangelia

• THE DEPICTION OF A HERO’S JOURNEY IN BONNY METHOD OF GIM SESSIONS

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Atsuko

• The Bonny Method in the Treatment of Depression: A Multi-Site Randomized Controlled Feasibility Study

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Timothy, Cathy, Niels

• THE BONNY METHOD OF GUIDED IMAGERY AND MUSIC FOR MEDICAL POPULATIONS: EVIDENCE AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Cathy

• Exploration of the Depth of GIM with Medical Patients

  Citation: 1

  Authors: Nami

• Introducing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music

  Citation: 1

  Authors: Hannah

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