MUSIC THERAPY FOR CHILDREN WITH DIFFICULTIES

Music therapy is an evidence-based use of music to accomplish individualized and functional non-musical goals within a therapeutic relationship by a Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC).

Additionally, it is a profession that actively applies supportive science to create emotional and energizing experiences of music to achieve health and educational goals (AMTA, 2005). Music therapists use a variety of interventions and techniques to assess various developmental areas while also creating individualized treatment plans to meet the immediate needs of clients. In special education, music therapy serves to help facilitate the functional, educational outcomes in the IEP goal areas.

BENEFITS OF MUSIC THERAPY:

• Increases purposeful communication skills.

• Improves social competence.

• Enhances emotion regulation.

• Promotes full inclusion in community performances.

• Provides motor and sensory experiences.

• Reinforces academic and cognitive function.

• Builds confidence and independence.

• Promotes learning and skill acquisition.

• Gross/Fine Motor Skills.

PEOPLE OF INETEREST

Motor and Cognitive Disorders

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Autism

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ADD

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Children with Special Needs

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Syndrom Down

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Academic Learning Difficulties

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ADHD

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Speech Difficulty

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Memory and Thinking Disorders

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Mental and Intellectual Disabilities

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Hyperactivity and Attention Deficit

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Physical Disabilities

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Sensory Disorders

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Approaching

Every individual is unique and possesses a wide range of interests, strengths, challenges and abilities. The Healing Sounds staff has received special training about the effects of music on our brains and bodies. They use this knowledge to develop a strong partnership between therapist and child to build trust and build rapport – creating meaningful musical experiences.

Technique

The music therapy experience emphasizes the interactive process rather than the performance. We use the following techniques to enhance these experiences.

• Singing/vocalizations

• Instrument play

• Movement/dance

• Music improvisation

• Songwriting/composition

• Music listening

• Music technology exercises

• Adapted instruction

• Musical stories