What is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is an evidence-based therapy that uses the power of music to address a variety of goals including:
Social Physical
Cognitive Sensory
Emotional Communication
Behavioral Mental Health
How Does it Work?
NEUROLOGICAL EVIDENCE NOW PROVES THAT MUSIC IS A WHOLE BRAIN ACTIVITY. MUSIC IS A UNIQUE PHENOMENON WHICH ACTIVATES BOTH SIDES OF THE BRAIN SIMULTANEOUSLY. THIS PROCESS HELPS THE BRAIN TO REPAIR, RESTORE, AND RECOVER FROM TRAUMA AND DAMAGE.
Benefits of Music Therapy
Stronger Social Skills
Making music encourages eye contact, social engagement, and increases interest.
Enhanced Communication
Music supports language techniques such as the flow of sounds, words, and sentences. Engaging in music targets then neurologic language circuits.
Increased Emotional Understanding
In musical settings, people with Autism can improve their ability to perceive their emotions and the emotions of others increasing their social functioning.