Music can change your brain: music therapy and neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to change over time with training. It was once believed that at a certain age the brain stopped...
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Jul 7, 2017
Music therapy: crossing midline!
Imagine a line down the center of your body, this is your midline! Crossing midline is very important for child development but is also...
Jul 6, 2017
Music therapy: we love group drumming!
Group drumming allows for opportunities for: Passing/sharing Developing gross motor skills Crossing midline! Listening Following...
Apr 8, 2017
At a glance: group music therapy
Group music therapy is a wonderful way to develop social skills and enhance communication. It builds a sense of community and allows...
Apr 8, 2017
At a glance: individual music therapy
Individual music therapy provides an opportunity to tailor each session to the needs and goals of the individual. Here are some examples...
Sep 9, 2016
Music therapy: rhythm and autism
Below I have linked a fascinating article exploring movement challenges in children on the autism spectrum and the role rhythm can play...
Oct 28, 2015
Neurologic music therapy and autism
​NMT and Autism: Neurologic music therapy interventions have been designed to utilize the way in which music interacts in the brain and...
Sep 10, 2015
Music therapy In schools
Music therapy within the school setting is a wonderful way for students to develop skills with classmates and have the chance to continue...
Sep 28, 2014
DIY: weighted stuffed animals!
Recently I was on the hunt for weighted stuffed animals to use with kids during music therapy. After a little sticker shock I set out to...
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