Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program. Music therapy being a powerful and non-threatening medium, unique outcomes are possible.

Benefits of Music Therapy

• Reduces anxiety & physical effects of stress
• Improves self-expression & communication
• Improves healing
• Nurtures social interaction and communication skills
• Encourages creative and spontaneous play
• Develops concentration and co-ordination
• Increases awareness of themselves and others
• Boosts self esteem and builds resilience
• Stimulates language and listening skills
• Strengthens family and peer relationships
• Stimulates cognitive functioning and may be used for remediation of some speech and language skills.

Beneficiaries

Music provides healing and contributes to the well-being of psychological, physical, social, emotional and mental health.

Some Conditions that can benefit from Music Therapy:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Learning Disability
• Neurological Conditions
• Mental Health Care

Involvement in music making and passive music can both stimulate and relax a person leading to very positive changes and thus enabling “Rehabilitation”.