Music Therapy (MT) and Occupational Therapy (OT) are both part of the Allied Health field and play crucial roles in supporting the functional needs of individuals with disabilities. These two disciplines sometimes collaborate to support the same participant and often target similar functional goals. However, they differ significantly in their approaches and core principles. Drawing from my therapeutic experience, this article explores their distinctions….

Music therapy can be conducted one-on-one, in small groups, or even in large community workshops. But what clinical factors do therapists consider when planning individual or group music therapy? And what should parents take into account when choosing the right format?,,,

why would one need to pay extra for music therapy? There are numerous music programs that claim to have healing effects—so what sets music therapy apart?…

In this article, Josephine shared how music therapy supports the functional goals of a participant with severe disabilities….

At the end of November 2024, the NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) decided, without consulting the industry or participants, to remove funding for music therapy and art therapy under the NDIS Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category. This decision was implemented within a week, sparking significant backlash from the industry, participants, families, and the wider community.

This article provides an overview of the professionalism of music therapy and art therapy, as well as the profound impact of the proposed changes, helping readers gain a deeper understanding of the situation.

Drama therapy is a form of creative arts psychological treatment that uses drama and theatre techniques to support individuals in their mental health and personal development….

DMT is a research-based allied health professional. DMT provides an agency for people to express themselves through music, movement and props.

Music therapy is a research-based allied health profession…written by Yvonne Cui