What is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy
Music therapy is an evidence-based health profession which enables the use of music to accomplish therapeutic goals. It is an individualized treatment administered by a credentialed professional that has completed an approved music therapy program. Music therapy implements interventions that are uniquely designed according to personal strengths and preferences, maintaining dignity and identity while achieving individual goals.
Who Can Benefit from Music Therapy?
People from all walks of life can benefit from music therapy, regardless of age, ability, or music experience. You do not need to have any prior music experience or music skill to participate in or benefit from music therapy. For more information directly from the American Music Therapy Association regarding common populations worked with in music therapy, click the links below.