What is Music Therapy?

Music therapy is a research-based practice and allied health profession in which registered music therapist use music actively to support individual’s health, functioning and well-being. Music therapists support people of any age and ability. 

Common Music Therapy Goals

Communication

Develop expressive and receptive language; improve speech, articulation and verbal communication; facilitate non-verbal expression.

Social skills

Develop turn-taking, eye-contact, listening to instructions.

Motor functioning

Improve gross/fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination.

Emotional

e.g. Understand and express emotions, develop emotional regulation strategies.

Psychological

e.g. Increase self-confidence, articulate creativity, reduce anxiety.

Music Therapy Activities

Music therapists use different methods through a therapeutic relationship to address individual client goals. Music therapy can be 1:1 individual or group session. Common music therapy activities include:

  • Singing

  • Music & Movement

  • Song writing

  • Music appreciation

  • Improvisation

  • Instrumental / Percussion playing

(For more about what is music therapy, visit Australian Music Therapy Association http://www.austmta.org.au/content/what-music-therapy )

Book a Free Consultation

We offer a 15 min free consultation time to discuss your child/client/own needs and how music therapy can support them. Contact us to for a free consultation to discuss your needs!