Why Add a Music Therapist to your Hospital Unit or Hospice Centre?

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Reasons for Patient Referral to Music Therapy:

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• Increased pain and discomfort.

• Depression

• Anxiety disorder

• Experiencing loss and grief

• Experienced stroke

• Parkinson's disease

• Trauma

What Services Do We Provide?

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•  We work with each unique school and group home to meet student/resident needs by providing a combination of group and individual music therapy sessions.

• Interventions music therapists use include singing, instrument playing, improvisation, music reflection, counseling, and song-writing.

• Group sessions can take on the form of a Drum Circle, Songwriting Club, Ukelele Group, Girls Rock Band, and others depending on needs.

• We work with classrooms of students of all ages and abilities, including those with ASD and multiple disabilities.

• We can also accommodate after-school groups within the school setting. 

• Can provide services to multiple hospital units including Palliative Care, Complex Continuing Care, Rehabilitation, Pediatrics, Oncology, Mental Health, and more. 

• Creates a safe space for emotional expression and life review. 

• Provides opportunities for deep relaxation and alleviation from physical discomfort.

• Provides strategies for coping with grief and loss.

• Creates opportunities to share common experiences and provide social support.