MUSIC THERAPY
Who Are We?
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Our Music Therapy programme offers both one-to-one and group sessions, designed to support emotional expression, recovery and connection. Using improvisation, soundscapes and adaptive instruments, participants of all ages and abilities are guided by trained music therapists to explore sound as a tool for healing and growth. These sessions promote emotional regulation, communication and confidence, turning creativity into care and self-discovery.
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We offer Music Therapy both as a programme and at home visits, if you'd like to refer someone or yourself, please head over to our refer page for more information.
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The music therapist seeks to establish contact with the client through the shared use of musical sounds. A variety of musical instruments are made available. The sessions are non-directive enabling the children to use the space in whichever way they choose, within certain safety boundaries. A personal space is provided where each child/adult can use music to communicate their feelings and needs. The music therapist aims to get to know each child/adult as an individual. The client is encouraged to improvise, i.e. to “make-up” their own music. The music is uniquely improvised with the child/adult according to the child’s individual needs.
WHAT HAPPENS IN A SESSION?
WHAT HAPPENS IN A SESSION?
The aim of our work is to be closely involved in the department of the whole child/adult and to help each individual achieve his or her full potential. This means .......
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Helping a child/adult to grow towards milestones in their development, e.g.
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Experimenting with voice, developing communication skills and learning to play spontaneously and imaginatively.
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Helping the child/adult to focus on specific tasks.
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Helping the child/adult to relate on a personal level with other people.
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Helping the child/adult to express feelings in order to develop emotionally.
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Helping the child/adult to think about, and understand, their own complex and challenging behaviour.
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Music therapy assessments and on-going music therapy for children and young people aged 3 months up to 100+.
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Music Therapy training on the theory and knowledge behind MT.
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Experiential Music Therapy workshops.
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Music Therapy placements.
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Training and consultation to professionals and the voluntary sector
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Community outreach services to local children’s centres and schools including mainstream provision
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Early intervention services in children’s centres
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Health promotion work
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Music and health projects
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Skills enhancement training for parents, carers and professionals helping others use music as a vital agent for promoting a child’s development
WHAT WE OFFER
“Music therapy is just amazing – my daughter was so engaged, more than I’ve seen her this week”
Parent