All about Music Therapy.
What is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is an evidence-based Allied-Health profession that utilises music as the therapeutic tool to achieve non-musical objectives. It is a person-centered and strengths-based service that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual participant.
Music Therapy works to:
Through a therapeutic relationship, Registered Music Therapists use a wide range of music-based interventions to assist individuals in achieving personal goals across all developmental domains, including cognitive, communication, social, emotional and physical.
Who can benefit from
Music Therapy?
Music therapy can be beneficial for anyone, regardless of their level of musical experience or ability.
How is Music Therapy different to entertainment and music education?
It differs from music education and entertainment in that it focuses on health, functioning, and well-being. While the primary goal of music education is to teach and improve musical skills, music therapy uses music as a tool for therapeutic change. Additionally, music therapy includes the added benefit of social interaction, which sets it apart from simply listening to pre-recorded music.
Who is suitable for Music Therapy?
Music therapy is a powerful medium that engages multiple regions of the brain, making it an effective tool for integrating the senses. This multi-sensory stimulation allows for more efficient targeting of goals across all developmental domains. Additionally, it is an appropriate therapeutic option for individuals who may be hesitant or resistant to traditional verbal psychotherapy, as it provides an alternative means of self-expression. However, it is not limited to just those with difficulty communicating, it can be used to address a wide range of emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs.
Why see a Music Therapist?
Working with a Registered Music Therapist can be beneficial for anyone experiencing challenges related to communication, physical, emotional, social and cognitive functioning. Music therapists are trained to assess, develop, implement and evaluate treatment on a case-by-case basis.