Often times in the throes of the work week (and the holidays!), we may often find our selves overwhelmed by our jobs or roles as parents or students. Too much of something isn’t always a good thing, like too much chocolate, too many chores, too much homework, or too much stress. Sometimes, we have to […]
Periodically I hear someone’s perception of music therapy, and though interesting at times, it can be daunting to hear as we don’t want people in our community to have the wrong impression of what we do. I’m here to answer a few questions and clarify potential misconceptions of music therapy.
#1 “You have to be musical […]
When I went into music therapy I never realized how rewarding my job would be. I knew that I loved music and that I was fascinated by how music affects and benefits others. Over the course of my career, I often experience what I like to call “Music therapy moments” where I am reminded of […]
On November 9th, several of our dear friends took to the stage for our Fall Recital! We are excited to offer the opportunity to perform to our clients, but often the discussion comes up asking why we do this.
Today, along pictures and video, I’m going to give you three reasons why we love letting our […]
When looking into my music therapy bag-o-tricks I often find myself using the same interventions over and over again. I also find myself getting a little bored and pick up that my clients are bored as well. So, the question is “What to do?” The answer is simple…adapt!
Why is it good to adapt activities and […]
As the Key Changes family has grown over the past year, we have welcomed many individuals with various diagnosis into it. As we have served individuals with Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum disorder, Down’s Syndrome, Traumatic Brain Injury, and individuals who have suffered a stroke, it has truly been an incredible experience to have worked with […]
I know I would do all of the above, and perhaps simultaneously!
This Fall, we are featuring three music groups at Key Changes Music Therapy Services! Our groups from this summer were so successful that we are doing it again, and this time, the group sessions will end in our Fall recital.
Ready to sign up? Do […]
The iPad is an incredible tool. I use mine in my practice daily and I know that Laura does as well. We use them for jotting down notes, displaying visual aides, supporting learning in lessons, providing communication assistance, and we use apps that help our clients to address their therapeutic goals. Many of our clients […]
We are at it again over at Key Changes Music Therapy Services! We are ready to grow once more and are searching for a music therapist to join our team!
Do you think that you might fit?
Are you…
Board certified?
In love with the fact that you get to improve lives with music?
Passionate about working with children?
Excited to […]
I have a list of all time most popular inquiry call questions. Today we will be talking about number 2 on that list.
“My child has autism. How can music therapy help?”
This typically follows the all time most popular question of “What is music therapy?” With autism being such a common diagnosis, it is time to […]