What is Music Therapy ?
“The clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualised goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.”
(As defined by the American Music Therapy Association AMTA)
Who am I?
My name is Elizabeth, I am a Health Care and Professions Council (HCPC) registered and Board-Certified Music Therapist. I have DBS enhanced clearance, Safeguarding Children Level 3 and Safeguarding Adults Level 3 with a clinical background in neuro-rehabilitation for acquired brain injury (ABI), trauma informed care and mental health.
The impact of music
The impact of music on humanity has been debated and discussed since the dawn of time. Music is an intrinsic part of our nature, it moves us and makes us feel good. It is interwoven in deep in our cultures, it accompanies our daily lives, music is a universal language which connects us to ourselves and our fellow human beings.
Music therapy harnesses the power of music to address mental, emotional and physical needs through substantiated scientific methodology and evidence-based practices. It has become an established psychological, clinical intervention providing a safe space and safe output when experiences or emotions are difficult to understand or articulate. One of the many advantages is that no musical skills are required by the client or patient, it is not a musical education but an evolving, enriching activity which benefits the service user on many different levels, addressing diverse needs in adult and child populations.
Please feel free to contact me for more information on music therapy.