As a leader in healthcare, you use the power of music every day to help your clients. But have you ever considered the role of music in your own self-care? The effects of music’s allure are real and powerful. Wander…
Research shows again and again that music is a powerful ally in supporting the development of young children. Motor, language, speech, cognitive, emotional, expression– all can be addressed during a well-crafted musical experience. And one of the best things? Music therapists…
Nothing makes a task breeze by like a good song. After all, music is a motivator. And when it comes time to transition from one activity to another, an engaging song makes the perfect liaison– and can be the difference between a…
Have the parents of your clients ever expressed that they wished they could bring your music therapy magic home with them? We create powerhouse interventions for our sessions because we know the research and how to use all the parts of the music…
I say “rhythm,” you say “motivator! Organizer! Energizer!” (because you’re a music therapy genius, of course!) When it comes to our littlest clients, rhythm is the motor-motivating magic that gets brings everything together and helps set the sillies free. Movement,…
Do you have a certain family of sharks perpetually swimming around in your brain? Or do you know EXACTLY what to do with your hands and feet when you know you’re happy? These catchy earworms don’t just randomly appear– they…
After the drum circle experience is your best opportunity for a music therapy moment. Here is your chance. Stop and create a reflection, metaphor, or insight. Ask a very targeted question that creates a metaphor. Learn how Christine masterfully does…
It’s a cold winter day. You’re bundled up in front of your computer, sipping on a steaming cup of coffee when an advertisement for service work pops up. You see this tanned music therapist smiling at a young child as…
One of the hallmarks of music therapy education is our internship process. Finding the right fit for your own journey can be intimidating– after all, there are over 275 National Roster internship sites listed by AMTA, with more being added all…
