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  • What is Music Therapy?
    Music therapy is an evidence-based psychological clinical intervention that uses music as a treatment option to support clients' psychological, emotional, cognitive, physical, communicative, developmental, and social needs. All MA qualified Music Therapists in the UK are registered with Health & Care Professional Council (HCPC) under Arts Therapists and are considered allied healthcare professionals.
  • What does Music Therapy aim to support?
    Emotional Expression Social Interaction Movement Self-Awareness Cognitive Function Speech/Language Skills Addressing Feelings of Anxiety or Low Mood Sensory Stimulation Attention Turn-Taking, or Relaxation
  • What happens in a Music Therapy Session?
    Music Therapy aims to achieve non-musical goals through any of the following interventions: Playing a range of instruments Instrumental and vocal improvisation Song-singing Lyric discussion Song-writing Recording of music Movement to music Relaxation/Mindfulness Musical games Sensory integration
  • Do I need to be able to play a musical instrument?
    No. Musical ability or experience is not required to engage or benefit from music therapy as we work towards non-musical goals. There will be a range of musical instruments and assistive technology provided during sessions.
  • How much does a Music Therapy session cost?
    In line with other allied healthcare professionals, these are my current rates: ​ Assessment (including consultation, 3 sessions, review meeting & assessment report) - £275 ​ 40 minute individual session - £60 60 minute family/ group session - £90 ​ Most individuals and families finance short-term therapy privately. If you or your child requires long-term support, you may be able to access therapy through Adoption Support Fund, EHCP, Pupil Premium Fund, Jessie's Fund, or other options. Please contact me for more information.
  • Where do sessions take place?
    Sessions may be at the York Music Therapy Studio, just off Tadcaster Road, YO24, in your home, school, or in a community setting.
  • Who can refer a client to Music Therapy?
    Anyone can self-refer to Music Therapy. Otherwise parents, carers, teachers, social workers, special needs assistant or doctors can refer someone to Music Therapy. Just complete the Contact Us page, email, or call us.
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