Group Music Improvisation with Adolescents in Mental Health Facilities: Setting the Stage for Success

Group Music Improvisation with Adolescents in Mental Health Facilities: Setting the Stage for Success

Young people today are born into society inundated with constant, short-term, passive stimulation, while often socially isolated. Music improvisation in music therapy gives them an opportunity to slow down, listen to one another, be present, be playful, be curious, be creative, be together, or just be.

Mastering the CBMT Exam: Key Insights and Strateges for Success

Mastering the CBMT Exam: Key Insights and Strateges for Success

Anxious about what to expect on exam day? Here's my experience, and some helpful tips.

A New Professional's Experience at the World Congress of Music Therapy

A New Professional's Experience at the World Congress of Music Therapy

Here are my take-aways from the 2023 World Congress of Music Therapy!

The Benefits of Imaginative Play in Music Therapy with Children

The Benefits of Imaginative Play in Music Therapy with Children

Engaging in imaginative play is about meeting a child where they are and becoming part of their world for a moment.

The Infusion Center Connection - A Parent's Journey

The Infusion Center Connection - A Parent's Journey

“Why are there so many songs about rainbows, and what’s on the other side?”*

Songwriting: How to Get Started

Songwriting: How to Get Started

Tips and tricks for overcoming your inner critic and jump-starting your creativity

By Kristin King, MMT, MT-BC

"Music Therapy, COVID-19 and Change"

"Music Therapy, COVID-19 and Change"

[Scene: Music Therapist is walking into hospital]

Step one: SANITIZE SANITIZE SANITIZE

Step two: Greet (and be greeted by) the temperature checker! 

“Good morning to you!  In the last 48 hours, have you experienced any of the following symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell?”

Step three: Have temperature checked.  Good to go!

“... and don’t forget your screening sticker!”

"Together - The Coronavirus Anthem" - Now on YouTube!

"Together - The Coronavirus Anthem" - Now on YouTube!

Our incredibly talented team of Ashley Manges, MT-BC, Kristin King, MMT, MT-BC & Genessee Flynn, MT-BC worked together to create an original song..."The Coronavirus Anthem" to share with the world!  Songwriting is a tool music therapists use regularly to express emotion and create connection in times of uncertainty, anxiety and stress.  Music was made for just these times.  We encourage everyone to find a way everyday to use music...to help your mind, spirit and physical wellbeing during this time.  #musicchangeseverything. 

Our Response to COVID-19 [4/6/20]

My Story.. As A Baby In The NICU

My Story.. As A Baby In The NICU

Born at 27 weeks, 2 pounds 4 ounces, 13 inches long