Music Therapy Definition
Music Therapy is a clinical evidence-based practice which utilizes strategic music based experiences completed by a Music Therapist to achieve non-musical goals and objectives of an individual or a group. Music Therapists use a client-centered approach that focuses fully on the clients needs.
Referral
Client Referrals can be sent through the "Referral" tab on this website or via phone call and email. Referrals often come from medical/clinical professionals, family, facilities, physicians, and/or the client themself.
Settings & Populations
Music Therapy services are for every setting and every population. Music Therapy is very universal and Music Therapists are trained to work with all diagnoses/syndromes/diseases. Music Therapists also work with neurotypical individuals/groups. An example of this would be team building sessions for a company. Some examples of Populations/Settings served are: ASD, Hospice/Palliative, DDs/IDs, Mental Health, PTSD, Military Service Members/Veterans, Neurological Disorders, Early Intervention, Schools, Veterans etc.
Assessment
An Assessment of the client/clients is completed by the Music Therapist during the initial session. Goals, Objectives, Client History, and Client Information will be determined/assessed at this time. The Music Therapist will also speak with the primary caregiver/facility.
Benefits
Music Therapy has endless benefits to the mind and body. Some example areas of benefit are Anxiety Reduction, Pain Reduction, Social Skills, Communication Skills, Emotional Expression, Emotional Regulation, Relaxation, Self-Eseem Building, Motor Movement, Cognitive Skills, Attention Retention, and Sensory Needs.
Sessions & Services
Some Typical Experiences/Techniques Used During Sessions:
Psychotherapy - Informed Music Therapy
Motor Skill Building
Communication Experiences
Social/Emotional Expression and Awareness
Sensory Fulfillment and Exploration
Cognitive/Academic Building and Exercise
Developmental Growth
Rhythmic Stimulation and Entrainment
Encouraged Use of AAC/Alternative Communication Systems
Neuroscience - Informed Music Therapy
Examples of Services:
Individual Music Therapy (All Ages)
Adapted Music Lessons (Ages 5+)
Group Music Therapy (All Ages)
Early Childhood Music Therapy (Ages 0-10)
Facility Music Therapy Sessions (All Ages)
In-Home Music Therapy (Limited Availability)