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·Music therapy can be calming for seniors who are anxious. It can improve the mood of those who are depressed. Music therapy can reduce adrenaline and cortisol levels, decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety.

·Music can help unlock memories that were previously inaccessible. Hearing familiar songs can help recall special times associated with them.

·Music Therapists can co-treat with physical and speech therapists to work on range of motion, vocalization and other non-music goals during a session.

·Music therapy sessions can increase socialization and improve relationships with family and care givers.

·Music therapy can increase joy!

I have had the privilege of co-treating with physical and occupational therapists during my time in medical music therapy. Through adaptive devices and specific techniques, stroke survivors can experience gains in non-music goals such as improved breath support, speech and language skills, gross and fine motor work, concentration and communication

Group sessions at senior living facilities encourage socialization, participation, age related memory improvement, elevated mood and so much more. Music provides an outlet for emotions and reduces anxiety and loneliness. Sessions improve overall health and wellness. 

Common goals with youth and adults with developmental disabilities include increased attention, improved motor skills, speech and language skill building, sensory stimulation and more. 

Group sessions also bring about cooperation and self regulation

This population has so much fun and the benefits are immediate and joyful!

Hospice care is especially meaningful for me because I did my internship in this area and I will never forget the profound effect music therapy has on families navigating end of life care

These sessions can bring about emotional expression, processing of anticipatory grief, positive life review, acceptance of the natural experience of end of life issues, and leaving a legacy through song writing and recording for family members to cherish. 

This is a sacred time and the experience I was fortunate enough to gain in this area can provide comfort and peace during this difficult process. 

The modern workplace can be a stressful environment. Music Therapy sessions can provide practice in mindfulness and anxiety reduction. Participants will learn how to use music and breathing techniques as tools for calming and emotional regulation during elevated situations that inevitably come up in a professional setting.